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Women's Month 2026: Accelerating Action for Gender Equality Starts With All of Us

Every August, South Africa commemorates Women's Month to honour the courage of the more than 20,000 women who marched to the Union Buildings on 9 August 1956 in protest against pass laws. Their message "Wathint' Abafazi, Wathint' Imbokodo" continues to inspire generations to stand for justice, equality, and human dignity. Seventy years later, their legacy challenges us to ask an important question: What does meaningful progress for women and girls look like today?

From Questions to Confidence: How a Soul Buddyz Visit to Vyeboom Clinic Empowered Young Minds

A child’s journey towards knowledge, safety, and informed choices For many children, a simple conversation can open the door to greater understanding, confidence, and empowerment. At Thomas Ntshavheni Primary School, learners are discovering that knowledge is a powerful tool — one that helps them understand their health, make safer choices, and support one another

Soul City Institute and Safe-Hub: Creating Safe Spaces Where Young People Can Thrive

Young people need more than programmes designed for them they need safe, inclusive spaces where they can be heard, supported, empowered and given opportunities to shape their own futures.

Putting Young People at the Centre of Care

If we truly want to understand what young people need, we must place them at the centre of the conversation. Youth cannot simply be recipients of healthcare services—they must be active participants in shaping them.

Youth Month Commemoration Inspires Young People to Lead with Purpose in Sundumbili

Sundumbili, KwaZulu-Natal | 17 June 2026 – Young people from the Mandeni Subdistrict in the iLembe District gathered at Sundumbili Community Health Centre (CHC) to commemorated Youth Month through a vibrant programme that honoured the legacy of the 1976 Soweto Uprising while inspiring today's youth to become responsible, confident and active citizens.

Youth-Led Action Against Bullying in Hillbrow Primary School in EC

At Hillbrow Primary School, two youth clubs, Safe Handz Buddyz and Rise Together Soul Buddyz have taken a proactive step in addressing one of the most pressing challenges affecting learners which is bullying.

Northern Cape Youth Day Commemoration: Rebuilding Social Cohesion Under “The Future Calls

In celebration of 50 years of Youth Day, the Soul City Northern Cape team partnered with Kutlwano Youth Centre to host a powerful youth engagement session at Cassel Village. The event formed part of ongoing efforts to strengthen social cohesion and equip young people with the knowledge and support they need to navigate life’s challenges.

Youth Month Build-Up Engagement in Limpopo: Empowering Young Voices in Mangulwani Village

As part of the Youth Month build-up activities, the Soul City Limpopo team hosted a meaningful youth engagement session on 16 June 2026 at Mangulwani Village. The session formed part of ongoing efforts to create safe spaces where young people can openly discuss the challenges they face and collectively explore solutions.