Rays of Hope would like to extend our warmest and deepest appreciation to all individuals, businesses and stakeholders who helped bring much-needed warmth and light to the people of Alexandra Township this winter. The incredible results we have seen are all thanks to the efforts of our valued supporters and partners. We thank you, and

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a positive impact in the lives of young learners? Rays of Hope is looking for enthusiastic volunteer tutors to join our Rose Act Saturday Programme! This initiative supports learners from Alexandra Township in improving their Mathematics and English skills. Held every Saturday, the Rose Act programme

For businesses already engaged in, or looking to expand their B-BBEE scorecard activities, choosing an appropriate BEE partner to help meet those objectives can be a daunting task. Sandy Chapman, Finance and Operations Manager at Rays of Hope, says that business should look for a B-BBEE partner that not only ‘ticks the boxes’ for scorecard

The staff, volunteers and all those who knew her express deep sadness at the loss of one of our own, Nyiko Mabasa. Nyiko was a valued and beloved member of our early childhood development team who passed away following a short illness. Close colleague and a teacher at the Akanani ECD centre, Moni Moloantoa, shares

Tamela helps bring lasting change to Alexandra Township Rays of Hope recognises the collaborative efforts of the team at Tamela Capital Partners, a financial services company, and extends its gratitude to the business for donating time, care and funding to our various initiatives. “Tamela first heard about Rays of Hope in 2019 when Ntombifuthi Booysen

While the South African Weather Services has predicted low rainfall and above-normal temperatures across the country this winter, many people will still face a brutal few months out in the cold. Inadequate living conditions, houses that are ill-equipped to keep the elements out, and a lack of access to blankets, warm clothing, and nutritious meals

From violence and safety concerns to a severe lack of physical resources, such as school libraries and computer labs, the South African education system is faced with several challenges to overcome. There is, however, a deeper issue that needs to be addressed within the education system. “Learners do not exist in a vacuum. As social

The 2024 schooling year kicked off on a dismal note for many learners of public schools, across the country as classroom overcrowding and teacher shortages left them facing another year of learning under challenging conditions. “Overcrowding is a big issue in Alexandra schools,” says Ms Yengwa, life orientation and English teacher at Pholosho Combined School.

Children living in Alexandra Township face a myriad of daily struggles, from food insecurity and malnutrition to poor access to educational opportunities and basic living requirements – shelter and security being major needs that are often unmet. Child sponsorship presents a much-needed solution to these struggles that young people face, not to mention the impact