The closeknit community of Blowy informal settlement in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, has shown remarkable resilience and determination to rebuild their lives and homes after a devastating fire left over 500 individuals homeless and hungry. The community is highlighting the need for innovative urban planning strategies to prevent future tragedies and urging the City of Cape Town to address overcrowding in informal settlements. Despite the challenges, NGOs and the community’s unwavering spirit are providing support and hope for a brighter future.
Climate change is a pressing issue that affects communities worldwide. In response, the Mpungose community of Eshowe, located in Northern KwaZuluNatal, South Africa, has developed a groundbreaking Manifesto to address the detrimental effects of climate change on their daily lives.