Isabella Schmidt

Weaving Health and Hope: The Journey of Antenatal Care and Women’s Wellness in Cape Town

Antenatal care in Cape Town is a bright thread of hope for mothers and babies, offering early medical support that…

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Digital Deception in South Africa: How Online Scams are Evolving

Online scams in South Africa are growing smarter, using social media like Facebook to trick people with fake profiles, fake…

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Illuminating Hope in eMalahleni: The Story of Constable Mlungisi Ernest Makhanya

Constable Mlungisi Ernest Makhanya is a brave and caring police officer in eMalahleni who protects children and survivors of abuse.…

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Jenna Clifford: Alchemist of Beauty, Mentor of Hearts

Jenna Clifford was a beloved South African jeweller who turned jewellery into stories full of meaning and heart. She fought…

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Championing Justice: Lieutenant Colonel Nondumiso Mabaso’s Crusade Against Gender-Based Violence

Lieutenant Colonel Nondumiso Mabaso is a shining hero in the fight against genderbased violence in South Africa. Working in the…

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When Justice Falters: The Cwecwe Case and South Africa’s Ongoing Struggle With Gender-Based Violence

The Cwecwe case shines a harsh light on South Africa’s struggle to protect children from genderbased violence. It shows how…

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Bergwater’s Promise: Sanctuary and Struggle in the Karoo

Bergwater Farm in South Africa’s dry Karoo is home to over 200 rescued donkeys, but its future is uncertain due…

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Uniting Youth to Combat Corruption: Shaping a Future of Integrity

Youth today are stepping up to fight against corruption, bringing fresh energy and bright ideas to the cause. With around…

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A Wave of Empowerment: The Totalsports Women’s Race in Cape Town

The Totalsports Women’s Race in Cape Town is a lively annual event where thousands of women run or walk through…

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Cape Town’s Visionary Water Strategy

Cape Town is on a mission to secure its water future with an exciting new plan called the New Water…

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The Ongoing Vigil: Safeguarding Public Spaces in a Modern City

The city works hard to keep parks, libraries, and clinics safe and open for everyone by using security guards, cameras,…

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Keeping Cape Town Safe: Uniting Community, Knowledge, and Action on World Drowning Prevention Day

Every year on July 25, Cape Town joins the world to remember those lost to drowning and to teach water…

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Shadows and Green: Unpacking a Fisantekraal Dagga Bust and Cape Town’s Urban Policing Struggles

On August 9, 2025, Cape Town Metro Police made a big drug bust in Fisantekraal, finding nearly 3.5 kilograms of…

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The Enduring Impact of Student Debt: NSFAS and the Struggle for Equity in South African Universities

NSFAS helps many South African students from poor backgrounds go to university by paying for their fees and living costs,…

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Science Diplomacy and the Empowerment of Women: Lessons from the South African-Tunisian Collaboration

The South AfricanTunisian collaboration has been a bright example of how teamwork in science can empower women. By sharing research,…

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Turbulence and Transit: The Struggle for Safe Mobility in Cape Town’s Helderberg Basin

In Cape Town’s Helderberg Basin, minibus taxis are a lifeline for many, but fierce battles between rival taxi groups make…

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