Hold onto your backpacks, Gauteng! Brand South Africa’s “Play Your Part” initiative is back, teaming up with Anele and The Club from 947 for the ultimate “947 School Invasion” – running from the 8th to the 12th of September. For 5 lucky schools, the team will be bringing positive vibes, fantastic prizes and a powerful […] Brand South Africa Teams With 947 to Inspire a Generation of Game-Changers
“People were running in all directions, some couldn’t believe that people had been shot, they thought they had heard firecrackers. Only when they saw the blood and dead people did they see that the police meant business.” These words, written by Petrus Tom in his book My Life Struggle, are part of his eyewitness […] Our freedom came at an enormous cost – the real meaning behind Human Rights Day
Talent that is not well developed, channeled and groomed may prove to be futile in the long run. As we’ve seen with most sporting greats, the display of their athleticism and talent has always been attributed to the early development and coaching that they’ve been exposed to at a young age. That is how champions […] Nurturing Talent at the Tsitsikamma Constitutional Awareness Campaign
South Africa’s North star is and will always be an inclusive and equal country for all who live in it. Key to the realization of this goal are Government, Business and Civil society who dedicate their resources and time into bringing everyone to the table. Among these facets of society are our brothers and sisters […] Making the love of the great outdoors accessible for Persons living with Disabilities
The Activism of 21 March 1960 in Sharpeville that catalysed the celebration of Human Rights Day today inspires us to not be apathetic to the scourge of Gender-Based Violence that remains a sharp human rights issue across Africa and the diaspora. The fight for gender equality has seen some progress in recent […] Brand South Africa and Africa80 Foundation to host a webinar: GBV – Worth the Fight
This 5th edition of the Constitution Hill Human Rights festival takes place at a time when our country is in crisis and our Constitutional vision of social justice and human rights is being stretched to breaking point. For this reason, the theme of the festival is Seize the Power! Seize your power! Each […] The Constitution Hill Human Rights Festival is back! 24-26 MARCH 2023
President Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa is, at the invitation of His Majesty, King Charles III, conducting a State Visit to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK) from 22 to 23 November 2022. Royal State Visits are in the furtherance of bilateral relations and as a symbol of respect and of the […] President embarks on a state visit to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and North Great Britain and Northern Ireland
South Africa’s Constitution is the first in the world to out-rightly prohibit unfair discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation South Africa is progressive on the rights and issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/transsexual, queer/questioning, intersex and other (LGBTQI+). However, LGBTQI+ citizens do face man... SA’s Constitution 1st in the world to prohibit unfair discrimination based on sexual orientation
The Presidency hereby invites nominations for candidates to serve as trustees of the Brand South Africa Trust. Brand South Africa is a Schedule 3A public entity and a Trust established in terms of the Trust Property Control Act, No. 57 of 1988 to develop and implement proactive and co-ordinated marketing, communication and reputation managem... CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR MEMBERS TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF BRAND SOUTH AFRICA
The South African Constitution is celebrated as one of the best in the world, set upon the values of human dignity, the achievement of equality and inclusivity as well as the advancement of human rights and freedom for all of its citizens, including persons with disabilities. A big challenge that people with disabilities encounter is […] ... Ensuring inclusivity and welfare for youth with disabilities
According to South African Human Rights Commission, Chapter 2 of the Constitution of South Africa provides that everyone has the right to have access to sufficient food and water. Citizens however, have a responsibility to preserve and save water so that it can last for many generations to come. As a country we continue to […] The preservation of water is everyone’s responsibility
The Constitution is the cornerstone of respecting the rights of all people living in the country. ‘The most admirable Constitution in the history of the world’, as said by Harvard Law School scholar Cass Sunstein is celebrating twenty-five years of its existence. In commemorating this momentous achievement, the South African Mint (SA Mint) a subsid... COINING OUR CONSTITUTION: ‘SA25 – CELEBRATING SOUTH AFRICA CONSTITUTIONAL DEMOCRACY’
By Mduduzi Malinga Last week 20 February marked the World Day of Social Justice. This day serves to recognise the ongoing efforts of countries, organisations and individuals who strive to enforce the principles of social justice. According to data from Statistics South Africa, more than half of South Africa’s population is living in poverty. Observ... Recognising and promoting social justice in South Africa
09 NOVEMBER 2020 – Johannesburg – Brand South Africa has entered into a partnership with People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) to host a dialogue aimed at assisting South African women to use their voice and their strength by speaking up against all forms of gender-based violence. Other partners include Soul City Institute, Gauteng Office ... Brand South Africa to host dialogue on Gender-Based Violence in partnership with People Opposing Women Abuse
UNION BUILDINGS, TSHWANE 16 SEPTEMBER 2020 My fellow South Africans, Exactly half a year has passed since we declared a national state of disaster in response to the coronavirus pandemic. In that time, more than 15,000 South Africans have lost their lives to the disease and more than 650,000 have been confirmed as infected. Our […] STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON PROGRESS IN THE NATIONAL EFFORT TO CONTAIN THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
The tangible changes needed in society to achieve gender equality have been staggered and delayed, and now it cannot wait any longer. This is a continent-wide call, and an anguished demand, for more to be done because there is always more to do. By Nontando Mthethwa As a woman who is pursuing a career in […] [Opinion Editorial] Enough is still not enough when it comes to fighting for gender equality
[embeddoc url=”https://bsastage.ogilvyexperience.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Media-Briefing_Brand-SA-media-statement_26_Aug_2020.pdf” download=”all”] Media Statement: Brand South Africa addresses media on allegations of corruption
Brand South Africa is aware of allegations mooted by the former CEO, Dr Kingsley Makhubela, against Brand South Africa, through an article on the City Press, Sunday 9 August 2020, titled “Damning Account of Brand SA”. Dr Makhubela has also written a document that makes several allegations against the Board of Trustees and the employees […] ... Brand South Africa Statement on allegations of corruption
[embeddoc url=”https://bsastage.ogilvyexperience.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Final-City-Press-Statement-07082020.pdf” download=”all”] Media Statement: Brand South Africa’s response to City Press
Inspired by the idea that all South African youth must know about the Constitution and what it means for them – Brand South Africa and ACTIVATE! Change Drivers, will launch a youth month campaign, to promote constitutional awareness to inspire social activism among the youth, as the country tackles the CoVID-19 Pandemic. The campaign kicks [&hellip... BRAND South Africa and ACTIVATE! Change Drivers join forces to launch their Youth Month Campaign #Activateyouthpower #InspiredbymyConstitution
Brand South Partners With Netflix to Celebrate and Showcase South Africa’s value proposition & its Vibrant Cultures Ahead of G20 Summit
