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Sekunjalo Group Chairman Dr Iqbal Surve delivered a keynote address reflecting on the significance of Youth Day during the event at the Castle of Good Hope.

Youth Day in Cape Town: Commemorating the 50-year legacy of the 1976 uprisings

The Castle of Good Hope hosts a poignant series of events commemorating the 50-year anniversary of the June 16, 1976, student uprisings, where survivors share their powerful…

A funding round has opened under the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture’s Publishing Hub programme, offering grants to support writers, publishers and editors producing books in indigenous languages as well as Braille and audiobook formats.

Youth Day challenge: How well can South Africans spell their most troublesome words?

With literacy rates declining in South Africa, we challenged the youth to spell some of the country's most commonly misspelled words. Discover their surprising results and…

A safe space to learn, free internet access and a chance to lead were all 21-year-old Anelisa needed to unlock her potential.

Empowering youth: How Safe-Hub transformed Anelisa's life

Discover how 21-year-old Anelisa transformed her life through Safe-Hub's community programmes, gaining access to education, mentorship, and a supportive environment that…

Applications are open until June 30 and are available to qualified artisans aged 50 or younger who wholly or partially own a business in any trade sector

Showcase your skills: Enter the 2026 Artisans of Mzansi competition

South African artisans can now showcase their talents and compete for R200 000 in the 2026 Artisans of Mzansi competition, aimed at bridging the skills gap and celebrating…

Participants writing love letters to themselves

Survé Philanthropies and IHOM: A partnership for healing and social transformation

On Freedom Day, Survé Philanthropies reaffirms its dedication to healing and social transformation through its partnership with the Institute for Healing of Memories, supporting…

Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, in partnership with the Western Cape’s Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT), hosted the SA Youth Employer Breakfast at Makers Landing in Cape Town, with over 130 leaders and employers present.

Business leaders unite to tackle youth unemployment

Ahead of Youth Month, Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator united leaders to drive solutions for youth unemployment and inclusive hiring.

Author Kristy Jean during story time with pupils during the Open Book Youth Festival last year

Open Book Festival Youth Festival: Inspiring young readers from March 16 to 23

Join the Open Book Festival's Youth Festival from March 16 to 23, where children and teens can immerse themselves in a week of free literary events, including storytime sessions,…

The Rainbow Dreams Trust ended the year with a bang at its annual Christmas party on Saturday November 22

How Rainbow Dreams Trust is transforming lives in Hout Bay

Discover how Rainbow Dreams Trust is making a difference in Hout Bay through its inspiring events, including an awards ceremony and Camp Hope for children battling cancer.

One of the finalists this year is magician Sinalo Mtwana

Young magicians to compete at the Magicana champs

Magicana Junior Magic Championships will take place at The Homecoming Centre in District Six on Saturday October 4, where Cape Town's brightest young magicians will battle for…

A group of children from Cape Town saw their dream turn into a nightmare after being stranded in Spain following a soccer tour.

Online campaign secures flights for children stranded in Spain after football tour

Funds raised through an online campaign have secured flights for 28 Cape Town children and coaches stranded in Spain after a youth football tournament. Travel planning failures…

Standing in the middle during the ribbon cutting ceremony are Co-Founder of Giants of Africa, Godwin Owinje, District Six Foundation chairperson, Nadiema Safter and Deputy Vice Chancellor of CPUT, Jerome Corns flanked by the youth basketball players at the unveiling of the new basketball courts.

New basketball courts unveiled at CPUT District Six on Youth Day

On Youth Day, CPUT District Six unveiled new basketball courts, a significant step towards empowering youth and fostering community engagement, with support from the Giants of…

The Cape Wind Ensemble performing at South African College Schools(SACS) earlier this year.

Join The Cape Wind Ensemble for an unforgettable concert experience

Experience the enchanting sounds of The Cape Wind Ensemble, conducted by Dr Faan Malan, as they perform major works live at Corpus Christi Church on June 22. Featuring talented…

Artscape Youth Jazz mentors and soloists celebrate 22-years of music mentorship.

Celebrating 22 Years of Music Mentorship at Artscape's Youth Jazz Series

The Mother City’s performing arts centre celebrates 22-years of music mentorship with its annual flagship project, the Artscape's Youth Jazz Series

Last year's #YouthStartCT winner, Charnelle Davids with Mayco member for community services and health, Francine Higham

Youth business competition deadline extended

Deadline for YouthStartCT moved to finalise potential additional sponsorship opportunities.

Last year’s winners in the existing businesses category were from left Yanga Ngcayisa, Charnelle Davids and Katlego Montewa.

Applications for youth business competition open

Applications for this year’s #YouthStartCT are open until Sunday March 16, and the City of Cape Town is inviting entrepreneurs with established businesses, as well as those in…

The Labour Corps Memorial at the Company’s Garden was inaugurated by Her Royal Highness Princess Anne last Wednesday.

Black World War I servicemen honoured with memorial in Company’s Garden

A new memorial in the Company’s Garden honours more than 1 700 black servicemen who served and died with the Military Labour Corps during World War I and had no known graves. “We…

Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, based at Waterfront, has various resources to help youth kickstart their careers. Picture: supplied

Tips for navigating the job market after matric

Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, based at Waterfront, has various resources to help youth kickstart their careers. Picture: supplied Passing matric is an exciting…

Chrysalis Academy in Tokai is turning 25 years old. Picture: Janice Matthews

Chrysalis: 25 years of changing lives

Chrysalis Academy celebrates 25 years of holistic youth development this year. The academy in Tokai that runs a three-month residential programme for youth aged 18 to 25 from…

Colt Miles and Sisonke Mkwela in The College of Magic production at Artscape.

Discover the art of magic

The College of Magic in Imam Haron Road, Claremont, will be hosting new courses for aspiring magicians of all ages. Free tours and workshops will take place on Saturday February…

Petrus de Beer and Corban Beukes. Picture: supplied.

Stolen violin reunited with owner two years later

Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra violinist Petrus de Beer, of Bellville, has been reunited with a violin that was stolen from the boot of his car in a CBD parking lot in July…