Soul City Institute’s Bold Move to “Close the Gap” in HIV Services for South African Youth
From April to June, Soul City Institute and other key partners supported by National Department of Health (NDOH) will soon roll out a series of dynamic, youth-focused activities across South Africa in support of the national “Close the Gap” campaign.
Over 1,000 Children Gather for the 2025 Soul Buddyz Congress: Empowering Future Leaders.
In March 2025, over 1000 children from KwaZulu-Natal, Rustenburg, and Mpumalanga came together for the much-anticipated Soul Buddyz Congress. This annual event, hosted by Soul City Institute and supported by the AIDS Foundation of South Africa, celebrated the dedication and hard work of Soul Buddyz Club (SBC) members, while also serving as a platform for networking, collaboration, and youth empowerment.
Soul City Institute Statement on the Rape of a Seven-Year-Old Child in Matatiele
Soul City Institute for Social Justice is deeply saddened and outraged by the horrific rape of a seven-year-old child in Matatiele, while in the care of Bergview College in the Eastern Cape. We join the public in demanding justice, accountability, and urgent action.
Empowering Young People: Free State’s Bold Initiative to Reduce Teenage Pregnancy
The Free State Department of Health has launched a groundbreaking initiative in Bloemfontein to address teenage pregnancy by providing contraceptive implants to learners. This initiative, in collaboration with the Soul City Institute and Lovelife, ensures that learners receive these services on a voluntary basis, with informed consent as a key priority.
[Opinion] The global assault on human rights is a danger to gender justice and reproductive freedom
It is painful and infuriating to watch the international human rights order that inspired our constitution come under attack by right-wing political formations in the US and Europe.
Invitation To Tender SCI-RFP-20250306: Bwise Hosting And Management Platforms
Invitation to tender SCI-RFP-20250304: Development of a Digital Referencing Portal
Reproductive justice is non-negotiable Soul City Institute marks Reproductive Health Month
Sub-Saharan Africa has the highest adolescent birth rate in the world, with 99 births per 1,000 young women aged 15-19—more than double the global average of 44 per 1,000. Early pregnancy often leads to severe health risks and long-term socio-economic disadvantages for women. Furthermore, 17% of all women in Sub-Saharan Africa and 23% of married or in-union women have an unmet need for family planning, leaving millions vulnerable to unplanned pregnancies.
Call for proposals: SCI Meaningful Engagement Feminist Fund
SCI has an open call for applications for the Meaningful Engagement Feminist Fund (SCI-MEFF). This is our first step towards welcoming new and emerging grassroot feminist organisations centred on the leadership of young people.
Open Letter to the President ahead of #SONA2025
Now, more than ever, we need decisive leadership that defends reproductive rights, protects gender minorities and guarantees every South African access to essential healthcare.
The Reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule: A Step Backward for Global Health and Gender Equity
Soul City Institute condemns the reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule, calling it a devastating blow to global health, gender equity and reproductive justice.
Cancellation of Tender SCI-RFP-20241220: GIZ Reference Portal Development
We regret to inform you that the abovementioned tender has been cancelled. After a thorough review, it has come to our attention that the specifications provided in the tender documents were insufficient and do not adequately outline the requirements of the project.
