Go Unlimited with Magzter GOLD
Get unlimited access to 10,000+ magazines, newspapers and Premium stories for just
Former councillor celebrates 50th birthday
Vukani
|June 12, 2025
Monde Nqulwane, a former councillor from Site B in ward 89, celebrated his 50th birthday this year by giving back to his community.
He chose to dedicate his special day to the residents by buying gifts and hosting a lunch for them.
Mr Nqulwane had been contemplating how to surprise his community members, and the idea to entertain them with gifts and food proved to be a hit.
The event attracted around 100 attendees, including many seniors who also brought small gifts to honour him.
The day was filled with joy, and food was generously provided for all.
The guest of honour expressed his excitement at being surrounded by seniors on his special day.
This story is from the June 12, 2025 edition of Vukani.
Subscribe to Magzter GOLD to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 10,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
MORE STORIES FROM Vukani
Vukani
The central news team thanks you
As we prepare to say goodbye to 2025, I hope this message finds you filled with joy, happiness, and love for your families and those around you.
2 mins
December 18, 2025
Vukani
Highlights of a challenging year
By September, the bloodshed had spread across areas.
1 mins
December 18, 2025
Vukani
Donate clothing and shoes to help families
Uprooted in Christ community development, a nongovernmental organisation supporting vulnerable families across Mitchell's Plain, is appealing for donations of clothing and shoes to continue its work.
1 min
December 18, 2025
Vukani
Mfuleni crime statistics prompt community action
The recently released national crime statistics for the second quarter this year show that Mfuleni Police Station has recorded the highest levels of crime in the country, appearing in almost every category of the national top 30 crime rankings.
1 min
December 11, 2025
Vukani
Khayelitsha honours Lolitha
Four months after the tragic death of seven-year-old Lolitha Kowa, the community called for justice and an end to gender-based violence (GBV) as they marched through the streets of Kuyasa in Khayelitsha on Friday, November 28.
1 mins
December 04, 2025
Vukani
Celebrating a legacy
As the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children kicked off this week, Ilitha Labantu, in partnership with the Desmond Tutu Centre for Religion and Social Justice at the University of the Western Cape, hosted the Mandisa Monakali Inaugural Lecture on Tuesday, November 25.
1 min
November 27, 2025
Vukani
Two dead, eight injured
The Nyanga community is reeling after a shooting at the Nyanga taxi terminus this morning, Wednesday, November 12, which left two women dead, and eight people injured.
1 min
November 20, 2025
Vukani
Centre empowers boys
In an effort to build self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and confidence among young boys, the Etafeni Day Care Centre has launched a three-month life skills programme in Nyanga
1 min
November 13, 2025
Vukani
Sewage nightmare sinks homes
For residents of the SST informal settlement in Town Two, each day begins with uncertainty. Beneath their shacks runs a sewer line that has become a constant source of danger - and despair.
2 mins
November 06, 2025
Vukani
CODETA leads prayer service
Pastors, taxi operators, and community members gathered at Oliver Tambo Hall in Khayelitsha on Sunday, October 26 for a prayer service organised by the Congress Democratic Taxi Association (CODETA).
1 min
October 30, 2025
Listen
Translate
Change font size