The DO MORE FOUNDATION is thrilled to announce the milestone achievements highlighted in its 2024 Impact Report this World Children’s Day (20 November). As part of an enduring mission to uplift the lives of young children and their families, the Foundation has, in eight communities across South Africa, supported 526 ECD centres and empowered 1,260…

PNA, Breadline Africa and Sock Doctor would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to every individual, school, family, and business that joined hands (and donned funky socks) to support the 2024 Funky Socks Day campaign. Thanks to you, this year’s campaign was more vibrant, impactful, and inspiring than ever before! A nation united for early…

On 20 November, Early Childhood Development (ECD) activists, practitioners and anyone who cares for young children will gather at the Department of Basic Education’s (DBE) Head Office in Pretoria for an ECD Sit-In, urging the Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, to prioritise ECD as a political and social priority. This date, recognised globally as…

Imagine the joy of feeling the ocean’s cool water for the very first time, the laughter that fills the air as sandcastles rise and the wide-eyed wonder of children experiencing the seaside. For 240 children from impoverished communities, this dream is about to come true, and Breadline Africa is calling on individuals and corporates to…

NEW BRIGHTON LIBRARY From today the New Brighton Library in Ibhayi can offer a free, stable public internet service to surrounding communities, thanks to assistance from the Boardwalk Hotel and Casino and a network of their own suppliers.  In addition to providing stable internet access and WiFi connectivity throughout the library, the almost R150 000 donation…

South African non-profit organization, Outside the Bowl Africa (OTB Africa), recently held a successful outreach event at the Mickey Mouse Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre in Paarl, showcasing its ongoing commitment to providing nutritious meals to needy children. This special event, made possible through a partnership with Feed the Nation Foundation and Pick n Pay,…

Algoa FM is inviting businesses of all sizes to join in supporting cancer charities across the region by participating in the Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, presented by ISUZU MOTORS South Africa. With group and bulk entry options, it’s easier than ever for businesses and large organizations to get involved in the five-kilometre walk,…

Earlybird Educare@Work, a leading social enterprise in early childhood development (ECD), has raised USD 1 million in equity funding to fuel its expansion. With support from the UBS Optimus Foundation and new investor Klett Group, the company aims to open more ECD centres across South Africa, providing high-quality, affordable education to working families. Founded in…

LELETHU ZONDANI Since its inception in 2014, the Somerset East Charity Golf Day has raised over R900,000 for local charities. This December, the community is gearing up for the event’s 10th anniversary, promising another day of fun, fundraising, and fellowship.

In a spirited call for action, Real Reform for ECD applauds the Department of Basic Education (DBE) for its commitment to tackling the pressing issue of child nutrition. This initiative is a crucial move in addressing the hunger and malnutrition crisis impacting one in four South African children under five.