https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/848.html South Africa news 15 CSI & Philanthropy news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/848.html en-us Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:48:37 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/absa-charity-golf-and-padel-day-raises-record-r3m-exceeding-fundraising-target-by-50-067205a The 2026 Absa Charity Golf and Padel Day has raised a record R3m for people and communities in need through Good Morning Angels, surpassing its fundraising target by R1m and making this the most successful event in its 19 years history. 1-268817 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:38:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/myths-about-plastic-shopping-bags-debunked-623801a Every day, up to 80% of consumers forget to reuse plastic shopping bags, content that they are still doing their bit for the environment because of the many half truths circulated about plastic recycling. 1-268801 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:11:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/fnb-commits-r15m-in-disaster-relief-funding-as-nmb-ramps-up-response-623751a The South African Weather Service (SAWS) raised its disruptive rainfall warning in the Eastern Cape from level five to eight, prompting public and private intervention. 1-268771 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:08:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/growthpoint-gems-scholarship-programme-marks-ten-years-623731a Growthpoint Properties (JSE: GRT) celebrated the academic achievements of 15 outstanding students at its annual Gems Top Achiever Awards ceremony, marking a milestone moment for a programme that has consistently changed lives since its inception in 2016. 1-268751 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:08:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/mtn-supporting-the-ecosystem-not-just-the-programme-734892a South Africa’s soaring youth unemployment rates of more than 60% and low literacy levels are indicative of structural breakdowns across education, skills, connectivity, labour market, access and governance. 1-268732 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:44:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/topco-media-spearheads-environment-month-with-the-8th-edition-of-esg-the-future-of-sustainability-734872a This important 8th edition of ESG: The Future of Sustainability focuses on where we are in terms of the environment, society and governance - locally and globally - where we would like to be, and why we need a “whole of society “ approach to get there. 1-268712 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:21:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/hm-donates-r1m-to-empower-south-african-youth-390438a H&M South Africa has kicked off Youth Month on an empowering note by donating R1m to the non-profit organisation and school programme Star for Life. 1-268713 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:52:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/community-media-shines-at-the-budget-vote-2026-067435a On 20 May 2026, the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) joined the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) and Brand South Africa in showcasing the impact of community media during the tabling of the 2026 Budget Vote in Parliament. The event formed part of the national campaign commemorating 30 Years of Freedom and Democracy, highlighting the progress made in building an inclusive and participatory media landscape in South Africa. 1-268697 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:39:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/woolies-pays-tribute-to-fynbos-resilience-with-limited-edition-veld-fire-bouquet-289367a Woolworths has teamed up with local flower supplier The Flowershed to create a limited-edition bouquet that pays tribute to the resilience of fynbos. The Veld Fire bouquet — available at selected Western Cape stores — uses fire-affected stems from veld areas severely impacted by recent fires. 1-268700 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:45:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/firstrand-mobilising-leadership-employees-and-partners-around-a-common-purpose-512900a Employee volunteering is growing in South Africa – and it can play a meaningful role in alleviating some of South Africa’s social problems. 1-268686 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:32:00 +0200 Bizcommunity CSI & Philanthropy South Africa