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Across Africa, solar-powered irrigation is transforming agriculture, enhancing food security, and fostering climate resilience. This shift is particularly impactful in Southern Africa, where communities and churches are collaborating to harness solar energy for...

Southern Africa is currently grappling with its most severe drought in over a century, a crisis exacerbated by the 2023–2024 El Niño event. This prolonged dry spell has led to widespread crop failures, livestock deaths, and a significant increase in food insecurity...

In the aftermath of disasters, the desire to help is deeply human. Across South Africa, people show up in incredible ways—donating goods, giving time, and rallying around communities in crisis. But not all help is helpful. When volunteers arrive in disaster zones...

As of 21 April 2025, South Africa is confronting a mounting wave of disaster-related challenges. From destructive floods to crippling water shortages, these crises are intensified by climate change, ageing infrastructure, and financial shortfalls. At CityHope, we...

As South Africa transitions into winter (May–August), the season brings not only a drop in temperature but also a rise in specific natural hazards that threaten lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure—particularly in vulnerable regions like KwaZulu-Natal. For...

Disaster relief in South Africa is a powerful testament to communal compassion. Yet, even the best intentions can go astray. From ill-fitting donations to untrained volunteers, the urgency to assist can sometimes lead to unhelpful—and even harmful—contributions....