The Social Development and Early Childhood Development Department of the City of Cape Town launched the Rapid Employment and Development Initiative (READI CT) in 2021. This program aims to empower young individuals by offering them learning opportunities and enhancing their skills. By increasing their employability, READI CT seeks to foster meaningful contributions to the community.
The ongoing taxi strike has led to chaos and violence, resulting in the closure of several clinics and libraries across the metro. Despite the presence of staff members at their workplaces, threats and intimidation from masked individuals have led to the closure of eight clinics. The Brown’s Farm Library in Philippi was also vandalized and looted, leaving the facility nonoperational until further notice.
To mark World Breastfeeding Week, the Health Department of Cape Town has launched an outreach programme aimed at promoting the benefits of breastfeeding and encouraging workplaces to adopt policies that support nursing mothers. As part of this initiative, discussions were held at In2Food, a company based in Strand, about workplace policies, creating breastfeedingfriendly environments, and the advantages of breastfeeding.
The City of Cape Town’s librarians are gearing up to celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day on July 18, 2023. This special day is observed every year to honor the life and legacy of South Africa’s late former President and global icon, Nelson Mandela.
Libraries in the City of Cape Town are commemorating Mandela Day by organizing communityfocused activities. These events aim to unite people and instill a sense of service and compassion in their communities. ## The Significance of Mandela Day
The City of Cape Town has taken an innovative approach to empower its residents through the Women and Men for Change capacitybuilding programme. This initiative is led by the city’s Social Development and Early Childhood Development Department and has impacted over 900 individuals within the past year.
