The Struggle of Fundraising in Cape Town Raising funds as a non-profit in Cape Town is not easy. The demand for help often outweighs available resources, and every donation counts more than ever. To keep our programs running, we need consistent, committed support from people like you. Introducing Club 67 That’s where Club 67 comes in: a …
Aunties have long held a cherished place within communities, representing more than just family. They are the pillars of support, the wise storytellers, and the comforting hands that reach out when needed most. In many cultures, an auntie is a source of strength, bridging the gap between generations and nurturing bonds that extend beyond the …
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It’s World Breastfeeding Week! And we love promoting breastfeeding. Breastfeeding provides babies with essential nutrients that are perfectly tailored to their needs, boosting their immune system and promoting healthy growth and development. It also creates a strong bond between mother and baby, and can reduce the risk of certain illnesses for both. For mothers, breastfeeding …
On June 11th, we celebrate the International Day of Play. For babies in the Cape Flats, bonding through play is hindered by various factors that affect their early development and parent-infant interactions. Today’s blog highlights four key challenges: Violence and Gang Activity The pervasive violence and gang activity in the Cape Flats create a stressful …
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As the weather changes in Cape Town, and a fresh breeze is blowing in, we can feel the seasons changing. For some this inspires a thorough cleanup of their homes, and for others the start of new routines, for us, we took the time to reflect on our last financial year. Looking at our operational numbers …
Nowadays, having found my feet in motherhood, standing for my roots, and having done my reading on this topic, I will always speak to my kids in my mother tongue.
Let’s start off by setting the proverbial scene. At 41 years of age and have “made it” in life. I have been married for three years. I have the C-Suite job, I drive a nice car. I am married to a handsome, kind, loving man. I have one last thing to accomplish to be that …
Sunday the 2nd of April was a beautiful day as we welcomed the 10 Moms from Inyantyambo Yesizwe, a teen mothers support group, to the Thula Baba garden. These moms came from both Khayelitsha and Mitchells Plain, 5 were pregnant and close to their due dates, 3 had newborns and 2 had toddlers. Wendy Purdon welcomed …
The horrific brutal murder of the young Franziska Blöchliger in Tokai Forest in March of 2016 started my pilgrimage against violent crime. It would be 2 years of research and soul searching before Thula Baba Project was registered in March 2018. A journey that started with a coffee meeting with Don Pinnock, the esteemed criminologist and the …
How Franziska Blöchliger inspired the creation of Thula Baba Project. Read More »
The Thula Baba Project packed community buckets during the first lockdown for people living in impoverished communities who had nowhere to turn for help. Many government agencies had closed down and those that were still open were difficult to get to as many people had no work and could not afford transport. Non-profit organisations, such as …