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Vacancy: Occupational Therapist
VACANCY CIRCULAR 20/01/2022 SUITABLE QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO APPLY FOR THE FOLLOWING POST OF: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (PERMANENT ROLE BASED AT OUR ENKULULEKWENI WELLNESS CENTRE IN KHAYELITSHA) Ikamva Labantu is a non-profit organisation that works...
Celebrating Unity and Equality of People with All Abilities on International Day of Acceptance
Masters in the Making at 2 Knights Chess Academy On Thursday, 20 January 2022, is International Day of Acceptance which focuses on the ethos of love, acceptance, equality, respect and understanding for people of all abilities. The day of observance, created in memory...
Ikamva Design Partners with Yebo Fresh to Create Job Opportunties
According to a recent publication by The World Bank, South Africa’s economy can significantly benefit from entrepreneurs and self-employment in solving the current job crisis post the COVID-19 Global Pandemic. The unimaginable devastation left in the wake of the...
Ikamva Labantu Partners with Izame Zabantu Nature Helpers to curb ocean plastic waste
Solving the problem of plastic pollution entails a concerted global effort, but every endeavour both big and small goes a long way to minimize this scourge. With this in mind, one Cape Town-based venture working hard to remove single-use plastics before they reach the...
Be a Blessing to Others this Festive Season
Investing in our future on Universal Children’s Day
Everyone can play a part in making Universal Children's Day relevant for their communities. Commemorated on 20 November each year, the event offers an entry point to advocate for children's rights worldwide. Prompted by a vision to improve children's welfare and...
United Nations Day Encourages Togetherness for Peace and Prosperity
United Nations Day is observed on 24 October and celebrated worldwide as the official creation of the United Nations in 1945. United Nations Day 2021 is a unique a powerful advocacy tool that encourages togetherness for peace and prosperity. In the township...
International Day of Older Persons – ‘Neighbourhood Friends’ a lifeline for the elderly
For many disempowered seniors, ‘Neighbourhood Friends’ have become a much-needed lifeline. Dubbed ‘Umelwanes’ in isiXhosa, these fieldworkers provide hands-on support to 400 frail elders at present. Whilst caring for their clients, they also identify new elders who need to support, mostly through a referral from the local community
Santa for Seniors – fill lives with hope and love this Festive Season
The countdown to Christmas has begun! Bring light, love and blessings to 1400 seniors living in Cape Town Townships. Your contribution makes all the difference. Up until the advent of COVID-19, the end of the year heralded an exciting time for members of Ikamva...
Iconic shweshwe a much-loved emblem of Heritage Month
Bold, bright and stylish, shweshwe is a mesmerising show-stopper. It’s woven into the fabric of South African life, and the longevity of its use is a testament to its durability and timeless appeal. As such, as we continue to celebrate Heritage Month, there’s no...
Introducing Ikamva Ventures
The COVID-19 pandemic is having a devastating impact on the South African economy. For township residents who are financially vulnerable, the pandemic has had a catastrophic impact on livelihoods, leading to widespread hunger and malnutrition. Ikamva Labantu...
Ikamva Staff Learning & Growing: Congratulations, Andiswa!
Congratulations to Ikamva Labantu's Kwakhanya Preschool Principal, Andiswa Mfengwana, who just completed her degree in Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Development (ECD) in Foundation Phase at Unisa. “I went back to school because it has always been my dream to...