Badisa News

From paper to possibilities: it is never too late to start planning your legacy
During September, National Wills Week encouraged South Africans to think about something many of us prefer to put off: making sure our wishes are known

When one conversation opens the door to more
Sometimes, all it takes is one conversation, one shared need and a room full of people willing to listen. During the networking session at Badisa’s

A Legacy of Service: The First Beukes/Van Zyl Award
At this year’s Badisa AGM, a very special new award was introduced: “The Beukes/Van Zyl Award for exceptional service to Badisa”, recognising exceptional service, commitment

Planting Seeds for the Future: Little Seeds Conference
From 15 to 17 September 2026, the Little Seeds Early Childhood Development unit hosted an inspiring and empowering conference at Vredelust Gemeente in Boston, Bellville.

When memories fade, dignity must remain | World Alzheimer’s Day
21 September, is World Alzheimer’s Day. For Badisa, it is more than a date on the calendar. It is a reminder that behind every diagnosis

From Paper to Possibilities: A Badisa Conference and AGM with a twist
What do Early B, Leah and Jayden Nell have in common?It was the question that set the scene for Badisa’s From Paper to Possibilities Conference

Stepping into the world of dementia
On 3 and 4 September, Badisa, in partnership with Feedem and Arjo, hosted a two-day Dementia Workshop at Bellville Senior Centre, bringing together healthcare professionals

Pedalling with Purpose
Some journeys are measured in kilometres. Others are measured in the difference they make along the way. The annual CA2CX MTB Tour is both. Each

Ds. Fanie Marais bring wysheid tot lewe in pienk
Vir dominee Fanie Marais is kuns nie net ’n stokperdjie nie, dit is ’n roeping. Nadat hy op 60-jarige ouderdom as predikant van die NG

Come for the coffee, stay for the vibe – A beautiful day at Monte Rosa
Like one of the banners said: “Kom vir die koffie, bly vir die vibe.” And honestly, that summed up Monte Rosa’s Pop-Up Shop perfectly. Friday

Partnership starts with understanding -Shoprite visits Badisa
Badisa recently had the pleasure of welcoming members of the Shoprite CSI team for a visit to learn more about who we are, how we

More than just a billboard
Sometimes the greatest gifts are the ones that leave you speechless. Thanks to the incredible support of Glynt Group and Tractor Outdoor, Badisa will appear

Colour Your World with Compassion
Where compassion blooms: Monica van Vuuren’s story of healing through art.August is Women’s Month in South Africa, a time to celebrate the strength, courage and

Mandela DayCaring in action: Giving and receiving
What does caring at Badisa look like in practice? This Mandela Month, it looked like blankets from PEP Stores and PAXI bringing warmth to Huis

From Paper to Possibilities: Badisa AGM & Event 2026
What do Early B, Jayden Nell, Charles Tertiens and a paper plane have in common? They all make us believe! Join us on 9 September

The power of community: A dream becomes a reality in Kleinmond
A dream will finally become a reality when FynbosPark opens the doors of its new assisted living and frail care facility on 1 August 2026.

Groei gebeur wanneer ons saam leer
“2026 is nogal ‘n lekker jaar vir my. Dit is die jaar waarin ons mekaar as kollegas beter leer ken het, nuwe dinge saam begin

Badisa soek sy Plus50-supersterre!
Badisa soek sy Plus50-supersterre!Toe die nuus by Badisa uitlek dat daar ‘n talentkompetisie vir mense van 50 jaar en ouer is, het daar eers ‘n

Kreatiwiteit is ‘n keuse.
Kreatiwiteit is ‘n keuse. Waar ons in haar ma se bont, vrolike sitkamer sit, is dit glad nie moeilik om te sien waar Anike Calitz

Recovery Starts with Hope
Behind every story of substance dependency is a person. A child. A parent. A son or daughter. A family trying to hold on. A community

One Badisa on the Road
There is a well-known Willie Nelson song that begins: “On the road again,I just can’t wait to get on the road again…” Over the past

Badisa launches Called to Care – Wall of Care campaign this Mandela Day
At Badisa, we believe that care can change the course of a life.Sometimes care looks like a safe place for a child. Sometimes it looks

From self-care to strong children: Businesswomen get a glimpse of Badisa’s next big step
What do a room full of businesswomen, a discussion on self-care and four colourful characters named Max, Mr P, Miss Meno and Gogo have in

Youth Day: Building hope, belonging and safer futures
As South Africa commemorates Youth Day, we remember the courage and sacrifice of the young people of 1976 who stood up for freedom, dignity and

Growing through every layer: Deidre Nortje’s journey of creativity, healing and hope
Deidre Nortje doesn’t paint within the lines, and perhaps that is exactly why her work resonates so deeply. This Cape Town-based artist represents Green and

Innovation, partnership and preserving what matters
Badisa was honoured to attend the 2026 Western Cape Economy Innovation Awards, hosted by the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Cape Higher

Badisa Grannies leave more than just tyre marks at Killarney Raceway
Cars manoeuvring at high speeds, roaring engines, smoking tyres, and cheering crowds and right in the middle of it all were 95-year-old Aunty Sannie van

Retirement should be a new journey to look forward to
When one thinks about growing old, it is often a daunting idea. Yet after a recent visit to Strand Care elderly facility, that perspective shifted.

Strengthening Communities Through Partnership: Badisa and Shoprite/Checkers CSI
Meaningful partnerships have the power to create lasting impact, especially during times of crisis. Following the severe storms that affected the Western Cape on 10

A Place That Feels Like Home: Inside Strand Sorg/Care
Strand Sorg/Care consists of two homes in the Strand area, Huis Esperanza and Huis Pam Brink, each offering a different level of support while sharing

One Hour of Play Could Change a Child’s World
What if one hour could help a child feel safe, seen, valued, and free to simply be a child again? During Child Protection Week, taking

Geel: Hoop deur Teenwoordigheid in Sorg
Prof Tinda Rabie, Noordwes Universiteit In ’n wêreld wat al vinniger beweeg en waar tegnologie daagliks ontwikkel, is daar iets wat nooit vervang kan word

Radio Tygerberg “GeeWeek”
Verskeie van Badisa se kinderhuise en dagsorgsentrums was begunstigdes van Radio Tygerberg 104FM, Suid-Afrika se grootste Christelike radiostasie, se GeeWeek. Tydens hierdie week is R200

Colour Your World – May: Finding Hope in Yellow with Kim Black
There is something quietly immersive about Kim Black’s artwork for May’s Colour Your World campaign. Bathed in tones of yellow, her piece does more than

Jak de Priester verf vir Badisa
Jak de Priester stap April binne met Courage / Moed en ’n kunswerk wat jou laat stilstaan… en kyk Na meer as twee dekades in