Hope rekindled and confidence restored at Soweto school on Mandela Day

Hope rekindled and confidence restored at Soweto school on Mandela Day

A Soweto school was a hive of activity on Mandela Day as teams of sponsors, volunteers and influencers worked tirelessly to make an impactful difference. It was part of the Adopt-a-School Foundation’s (a partner entity of Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation) annual Back to School for Mandela Day campaign. Steven Lebere, Adopt-a-School Foundation CEO, stressed the critical…

CRET Celebrates 25 Years of Empowering Youth Through Education at Annual Graduate Awards

CRET Celebrates 25 Years of Empowering Youth Through Education at Annual Graduate Awards

The Cyril Ramaphosa Education Trust (CRET) honoured the remarkable achievements of its bursary students at the annual Graduate Awards ceremony held on Thursday evening at the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) in Sandton. This year’s celebration was especially significant as it marked the 25th anniversary of CRET, coinciding with GIBS’ own 25-year milestone. The…

Urgent Action to Stop Violence, Abuse, and Neglect in Schools

Urgent Action to Stop Violence, Abuse, and Neglect in Schools

28 May 2025 In the spirit of South Africa’s Child Protection Week 2025 and its theme, “Working Together to End Violence Against Children,” a powerful gathering took place in Botshabelo, Free State this week. Here, government departments and civil society leaders joined forces to confront the heartbreaking challenges faced by learners in schools—a united call…

Lilitha Legacy Celebration Shines Light on Women’s Empowerment and Youth Development

Lilitha Legacy Celebration Shines Light on Women’s Empowerment and Youth Development

Johannesburg, South Africa – In a powerful celebration of purpose and progress, the Cyril Ramaphosa Education Trust (CRET) hosted the Lilitha Trust Stakeholder Appreciation Breakfast on 11 April 2025, honouring the partners, donors, and visionaries who have championed the empowerment of young South African women through education. Since its inception, the Lilitha Trust has invested…

Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs: Driving Inclusion and Innovation

Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs: Driving Inclusion and Innovation

8 March 2025 On International Women’s Day 2025, we honour the trailblazing women entrepreneurs who are redefining industries and driving meaningful change. As participants in the Black Umbrellas Programme, these inspiring women have demonstrated resilience, innovation, and a commitment to fostering inclusive economic growth. Their journeys align seamlessly with this year’s theme, highlighting the transformative…

Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation pays it forward through staff initiative Sinika

Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation pays it forward through staff initiative Sinika

The Sinika initiative is a staff-driven, staff-giving programme of Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation and its partner entities that was established in 2018. “Sinika,” which means “we give” in several South African languages, represents the everyday commitment to the ethos and values of the Foundation by its family of staff. Through Sinika, members of staff contribute monthly…

Black Umbrellas Opens Business Avenues

Black Umbrellas Opens Business Avenues

“With the support of our corporate sponsors, more women are enabled to participate in Black Umbrellas’ development programmes, furthering a shared commitment to gender equality and empowerment.” – Black Umbrellas CEO, Mark Frankel. On 20 August, to mark Women’s Month, Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation partner entity, Black Umbrellas, hosted a breakfast to recognise the remarkable achievements…

Black Umbrellas celebrates women entrepreneurs during women’s month

Black Umbrellas celebrates women entrepreneurs during women’s month

20 August 2024 In celebration of Women’s Month, Black Umbrellas, a partner entity of Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation, is recognising the remarkable achievements of the women entrepreneurs in its programmes.  Black Umbrellas is an established ESD incubator that brings partners together to support the growth of SMEs, enabling economic participation that impacts communities. While entrepreneurship offers…