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Helping underprivileged learners in SA find their way

January 23, 2015 1 Comment

“Real change only comes from being actively involved in communities and the environment.” This was proven by an inspiring story where a powerful corporate company reached out to a struggling school and more than transformed it into a shining example of success, but also spirited it into a leadership position inspiring other schools to follow. I am talking about Nedbank’s … [Read more...]

First solar powered computer lab launched in KZN school

January 22, 2015 Leave a Comment

This new school year, the learners and teachers at Umhloti Primary School in Verulam, KwaZulu Natal will join the global tech savvy community, learning to adapt to the modern tools used in everyday lives, thanks to their new Solar Powered PC Lab. giveITback, in partnership with Poynting and African Union Communications, donated the first of its Solar Powered Computer Labs to … [Read more...]

Stories of Lwandle evictees not OK, says ADR lawyer

July 24, 2014 Leave a Comment

After 20 years of democracy, and celebrating the spirit of Madiba, the reality of the Lwandle evictions, as reported in Court last week, triggered memories of the old style police treatment in the sad history of this country. As part of a Ministerial Inquiry into the evictions Sheena St. Clair Jonker (main photo) made submissions on behalf of the community. She is the … [Read more...]

67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day

July 17, 2014 Leave a Comment

When you think of knitting, what comes to mind? A grey-haired dear? Think again! Knitting is now hip and is being done, en masse, for a good cause. 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day started as a challenge but has quickly grown into what some are calling a movement. It’s captured the attention of the Minister of Arts & Culture, Paul Mashatile, Hugh Masekela, Angela … [Read more...]

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