by Bulungula Incubator | Jun 14, 2024 | Featured, Vibrant Villages
“Being a role model is the most important kind of educating.” – John Wooden Thatha iLiza has been running weekly surf-therapy sessions for youth in our community for nearly five years. We have seen young surfers grow in their skills, confidence, and character....
by Bulungula Incubator | Dec 13, 2023 | All projects, Basic Services, Broader Impact, Featured, Vibrant Villages
We are sharing something a bit different from our usual blogs. We find ourselves in a challenging situation with the licensing process for the Bulungula Community Radio (BCR). Despite our dedicated efforts, our application for the community sound broadcasting service...
by Bulungula Incubator | Aug 14, 2023 | All projects, Featured, Health & Nutrition, Vibrant Villages
Four years ago, we started Thatha iLiza, a surf-therapy project for youth in our community. The team is part of the Wave Alliance and uses an evidence-based surf therapy programme developed by Waves for Change. The curriculum has been proven to decrease violent and...
by Bulungula Incubator | Mar 8, 2023 | All projects, Basic Services, Broader Impact, Featured, Vibrant Villages
Even with the proliferation of communication platforms and technology, radio remains our community’s foolproof solution for connection, information and entertainment—almost every home you visit will have a battery-powered radio. You will find the coveted device up...
by Bulungula Incubator | Oct 13, 2022 | All projects, Broader Impact, Education, Featured, Vibrant Villages
“The lodge and Bulungula Incubator have been a boon for the community. Over the years, Bulungula Lodge has attracted more than 130 000 visitors, and BI pulls in funders and partners to support its projects. Today, Bulungula is a far cry from the isolated...
by Bulungula Incubator | Sep 14, 2022 | All projects, Broader Impact, Featured, Health & Nutrition, Sustainable Livelihoods (Rural Skills Centre), Vibrant Villages
One in 10 deaths in South Africa is associated with alcohol use. Of those who consume alcohol, half of men and a third of women binge drink. Alcohol consumption is such a widespread issue in the country, that during the COVID-19 lockdown there was a complete ban on...
