National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Every Conversation Counts September marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in South Africa, with World Suicide Prevention Day observed annually on 10 September. This important month serves as a reminder … Read more

In a province of 7.6 million residents, only 69,608 are active blood donors. This August, the Western Cape Blood Service is appealing for more individuals to help expand its donor base to at least 1% … Read more

As Cape Town experiences the coldest weeks of winter, many of us have the comfort of warm homes, hot meals and cosy blankets. For those living on the streets, however, this is the most difficult … Read more

Winter is traditionally the quietest season for adoptions but animal welfare organizations say the need for homes has never been greater. The cold front that sweeps across South Africa every winter affects all of us. … Read more

As we brace the winter season, The Up&Up Group is bringing back its widely recognised initiative, The Street Store, ensuring that vulnerable communities have access to warm clothing when they need it most. The next … Read more

Following the success of the Teddy Bear Project in December 2025, Beverley and her dedicated team set out on a new mission — one that would bring warmth and comfort to children during the colder … Read more