It's difficult to talk about domestic abuse whether you're a woman or a man because the person you’re talking about is someone that you still deeply love. Especially for a man, things tend to be joked about ‘Oh you’re under the thumb mate’ or ‘She’s got you where she wants you. Domestic abuse against men isn’t often talked about and whilst there are fewer reported…

I lost my job

Even if you do have a job for me, please do not beat yourself up or ignore this post. Kindly share so that it reaches your connections and someone may offer me an opportunity or job.

I have almost 9 years of community service work (leadership) been in the leadership for that long, 4 years of customer service industry experience - retail, admin, technician, and marketing. I also have a beautiful amazing family.

My name is Thandolwethu Mbalo aka Marcelo, I…

When working with young people there are times when you will see results instantly and there are times you won't see them for years. Either way, keep planting those seeds of character, eventually they bloom. 

It was a great experience and beautiful moments in cycling for the first time in my life.

I learned that mind and the body needs some rest after work. …

Preparations are underway, as stated in the previous post, on 25th September it's a sports day, and we will host churches involved in our stand together - work together group. Soccer matches, netball matches, and many other games. On this day we will take off on what we left off the previous year. We building a relationship while standing together and working together. 

Everyone is welcomed!!…

We decided on the following main events for 2023:

1. 16 June - Cleaning up

and Fun day, Phahameng

2. 25 September- Sportsday

various competitions -

Phase 7

3. 16 December - Laager

day, Phase 7

We are also blessed to have a group of Phahameng and Phase 7 volunteers that will form part of the Street Store event on 27 May 2023 to serve the needy people of Bloemfontein.

Thank you…

Happy International Women's Day! May this Women's Day bring you all the love, happiness, and success you deserve. Happy International Women's Day to all the women who are breaking barriers and making history! Today, let's celebrate the beauty, grace, and strength of women all around the world.…

As Youthzones, a long term partner of the…

Through our shared values of an integrated, step-by-step and relational approach, it's clear that entrepreneurship, incentivization and communication is growing across Youthzones network with Bidvest's key support; we thank the Bidvest Group for what has been a rewarding and successful year across our network, where solid foundation has been laid.…

Some people would be inclined to think that only those who are sufficiently endowed financially should give to charity. But one must always remember that giving starts form personal will or from the heart, a thing that every human being has no matter their financial or material standing. So long as whatever is given, whether a service or material gift, makes a positive impact and difference on the life of the recipient, then it qualifies to be a charitable gift. But it must…

Making a difference in my community

Denice Maphanga started a company/hustle called Denice Shoe Repairs,repairing and supplying or donating shoes to learners in the community.

"I am very dedicated. I am doing wonders with this small initiative and looking forward to grow,so I can create jobs for others," said Maphanga

He also polishes school shoes and sources new pairs for disadvantaged children.

Maphanga offers his service free of charge to local pupils.…

My Journey

My name is Tanaka (Bobo) Mpofu from Diepsloot, the first time I was introduced at Youthzones network it was in 2013 by Coach Ngaoko from Diepsloot Arsenal to take the soccer players for a workshop that was held in Johannesburg near Bree taxi rank where the Youthzones office where sited.

Then my second time was in Cosmos City  when coach Ngaoko had lot on his plate that he sent me to represent the team for a leadership workshop in Cosmos city where Youthzones offices…

A new week gives us a chance to start anew.



“As we start a new week, may you stay positive and committed to your goals! I wish you a wonderful week ahead.”



Happy Monday!!!!…