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A million work and livelihood opportunities, and counting
Less than two years ago, we launched the Presidential Employment Stimulus to create jobs and support livelihoods as part of supporting the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Presidential Employment Stimulus has just reached the milestone of one million participants since its inception.
NSFAS 2023 applications open
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) 2023 application cycle has opened.
Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister Dr Blade Nzimande made the announcement recently during a media briefing.
Minister Nzimande says the scheme resolved to open the application cycle early, as opposed to the previous year, in order to give prospective applicants enough time to submit their applications and supporting documents.
Victim empowerment programme restores hope
The Thohoyandou Victim Empowerment Programme (TVEP) strives to restore hope and confidence in the justice system through its intensive initiatives aimed at assisting survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) and rape by providing them with psychosocial services.
Founded in Limpopo over 20 years ago, the TVEP operates in Tshilidzini and Donald Fraser hospitals under the Thulamela Local Municipality.
Tackling food security for a growing population
In 2019, 17.3% of South Africans were estimated to be suffering from moderate to severe food insecurity, while 7% were estimated to be affected by severe food insecurity. 
GDARD 2023 bursary application are open
Historically disadvantaged Gauteng residents are urged to apply for a 2023 bursary from the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD).
Youth in the province who are considering a career in veterinary science, agriculture, the environment or biodiversity can apply for a bursary to fund their studies next year. Applications close on 4 November.
Positions available for more than 1 000 graduates
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is calling unemployed young graduates to apply for its two-year training and mentorship programme.
Gender-Based Violence
People Opposing Women Abuse
People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) provides shelter services for GBV victims and their children, counselling and legal advice.
Contact: Call POWA at 011 642 4345 / 6 or the counselling number at 076 694 5911.
Website: www.powa.co.za/POWA
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Gender-Based Violence
GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
Get help for GBV
As we commemorate the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children in November, it’s important for victims to know where they can get the help they need from government and civil society organisations.