Kagisano Discussion Document
This discussion document captures in summary, the lessons emerging from the work that the programme and its partners have been doing. It reflects on some of the fault lines and...
Using Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) to foster stronger community relations
By Sivuyile Sitole Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) is a strong tool that many development practitioners around the world use to assess the life and heartbeat of communities. PRA is a...
Using cultural heritage as a cornerstone for a unified and democratic South Africa
By Chipo Marunda “Let us remember that our cultural diversity is our source of strength, a testament to our resilience and our reason to celebrate” - Advocate Rajendran Govender. On...
Positive change is possible through empowering communities
By Watson Bharu August was a month of empowerment and positive change, with Governance Livelihoods Agenda (AgendaGL) hosting several events as part of the Kagisano programme. The thematic areas of...
Empowering young people to explore ways to prevent and decrease violence in their communities
By Bertha Chiguvare Violence continues to afflict South African communities, resulting in harm, fear, and division. The consequences extend beyond just physical and emotional well-being; they also affect economic and...
Small wins lead to bigger results – Kagisano Women receive household farming kit
- By Mkhuseli Madiba Following a long-standing collaboration between Afesis and the Khayelitsha Development Forum (KDF) – Women’s Desk, the Kagisano Women’s Support Group was established on November, 23 2022,...
Empowering minds and fostering social cohesion, unity and diversity through sports
Kagisano in collaboration with ACTION Support Centre held a social cohesion and promotion of mental health sport event at Auckland Park, Johannesburg on 24 August 2023. The event was centred...
16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM: “A Gift to Women” – Mpho Ya Basadi
Kagisano, a programme implemented by Afesis-corplan with various partner organisations across the country, aims to organise activities geared towards preventing collective violence in communities and promoting social cohesion. One of...