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Learning from those fighting for the LGBTQI+ rights
As part of Learning Experience I, a group of Cohort 6 fellows had the opportunity to visit Bayanda Ndumiso, a lifelong fellow and advocate for LGBTQI+ rights, at The Triangle Project in Cape Town. During the visit, Bayanda shared his personal journey of working within...
Embracing Vietnam’s Sustainable Farming Practices
As an agriculturalist dedicated to transforming food systems, my journey through Vietnam revealed invaluable lessons in sustainable farming. From Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta and Hanoi, I witnessed how integrated agricultural practices can revolutionize food...
A Platform to Strengthen Global Solidarity
“There are many opportunities that were created for collaboration, to strengthen global solidarity. This a platform for connection and collaboration and its a space to learn from each others struggles,” said our fellow Wiseman Mpepho after attending the Global...
Concerns over unemployment, water shortage & crime
Unemployment, water shortage, crime, gender-based violence, and substance abuse are among some of the major issues that were highlighted by community members during Takano’s recent community engagements in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, and the Northern Cape. The...
Climate Change: Lessons from Vietnam
FINE WEATHER Everything evolves, it is the cycle of nature: After the rainy days, the fine weather comes. In an instant, the whole world shakes off its damp clothes. Thousands of li of mountains unfurl their brocade carpet. Under the warm sun and the clean wind, the...
‘Being a changemaker is a struggle’
"I grapple with the idea that to be a changemaker is a struggle, because that is not sustainable. Wellbeing and wellness is what will sustain our efforts," said one of the 34 participants during Tekano’s recent Learning Festival titled Umthombo Wolwazi, meaning ‘a...
Fellowship Applications Opening Soon
Tekano Fellowship Opening Soon! The Tekano fellowship applications will be opening soon, offering a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about advancing social change and leadership in their communities. If you would like to stay updated on our latest news...
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: TRAVEL AND HOSPITALITY AGENCY
Tekano Health Equity South Africa (Tekano) invites suitably qualified Service Providers to submit proposals for the provision of travel and hospitality services both local and international for Tekano employees and Fellows (approximately 150) for business purposes for...
A push to eradicate ‘period poverty’
Calls for the South African government to make sanitary pads free to help those who can't afford and access menstrual products continue to mount. Recently, I_Menstruate, a movement founded and led by our fellow Tracey Malawana, hosted the first leg of the exhibition...
SA needs a coordinated approach for the peaceful integration of refugees
"As we celebrate World Refugee Day, let's reflect on the state of refugees in South Africa. Refugees face a number of hardships on a daily basis, stemming from poor policy implementation, xenophobia, limited access to services, corruption, lack of awareness of their...
Bringing change to Mnceba, Ntabankulu
Tekano Lifelong Fellows Judiac Ranape and Lebohang Molete, together with the Rural Health Advocacy Project, recently handed over a repurposed container to the community of Mnceba in Ntabankulu, Eastern Cape. The repurposed container will be used as a patient waiting...
Umhlaba Yimpilo: The quest for food sovereignty
A food sovereignty movement has emerged in Sada, Eastern Cape, dedicated to creating an empowering and supportive environment for small-scale farmers. This initiative aims to establish community-led food production systems and local produce markets, fostering...
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