Cosmo City Chronicle

10/09/2026

🚨 COSMO CITY LEADERS CALL FOR UNITED ACTION AGAINST GANGSTERISM

Concerns over gangsterism and youth-related crime continue to affect parts of Cosmo City, with community leaders warning that police and the CPF cannot fight the problem alone.

Councillor Lyborn Ndou and CPF leader Thabo Serage are calling on parents, schools and residents to become more involved in crime-prevention efforts.

Among the concerns raised are bullying, youth involvement in gangs, dangerous weapons, unreported crimes and poor attendance at community crime meetings.

🗣️ “People of Cosmo City should stand up, come together and be willing to fight crime,” Serage told the Cosmo City Chronicle.

The CPF says residents with information can play an important role in helping authorities respond to crime, while parents are being urged to take greater responsibility and participate in community safety initiatives.

📰 Read the full story:
https://www.ccclive.online/post/cpf-calls-for-greater-community-support-in-fight-against-cosmo-city-crime

💬 What do you think needs to change to make Cosmo City safer for our children and families? : Please leave a comment on our website.

08/09/2026

🏆 COSMO CITY CHRONICLE HAS BEEN NOMINATED! 🏆

We are proud and humbled to announce that Cosmo City Chronicle has been nominated for COMMUNITY MEDIA OF THE YEAR at the 8th Annual South African Heroes Awards 2026! 🎉🇿🇦

For years, our mission has been simple: tell the stories of our community, give ordinary people a voice, celebrate local heroes and shine a light on the issues that matter to our residents.

This nomination belongs to our journalists, contributors, advertisers, partners — and most importantly, YOU, our community. ❤️

Now we need your support to bring this award home to Cosmo City!

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🏆 Let's bring the Community Media of the Year Award home!

From Cosmo City to the rest of South Africa — our community. Our stories. Our voice.

Thank you for believing in the Cosmo City Chronicle. ❤️📰

04/09/2026

South Africa’s R280 Billion Illicit Economy: What It Means for Ordinary Consumers

New CGCSA study shines a light on the hidden cost of buying illegal and counterfeit goods

What may seem like a harmless bargain could be costing South Africa far more than we realise. A new study commissioned by the Consumer Goods Council of South Africa (CGCSA) has put a staggering figure to the country's illicit economy — an estimated...

https://www.ccclive.online/post/south-africa-s-r280-billion-illicit-economy-what-it-means-for-ordinary-consumers

24/08/2026

COMMUNITY | ZANDSPRUIT

What began with one hungry schoolchild has grown into an initiative feeding more than 90 people in Zandspruit.

Bana Ba Thari Soup Kitchen provides meals to around 70 children and 20 senior citizens, particularly on weekends and during school holidays.

Founder Sonto Ndlovu says she was moved to act after meeting a learner who had saved her school lunch to take home to her sick mother.

Today, the initiative is fighting hunger while hoping to expand to reach even more vulnerable families.

👉 Read the full story on Cosmo City Chronicle.

https://www.ccclive.online/post/from-one-hungry-child-to-feeding-90-the-story-behind-bana-ba-thari

24/08/2026

YOUNG WOMEN, ALCOHOL & SAFETY | SPECIAL REPORT

Are we doing enough to create safer social spaces for young women?

New research highlighted in a report by Cosmo City Chronicle contributor Mzukona Mantshontsho raises serious concerns about binge drinking among young women and how alcohol can intersect with HIV risk, consent, coercion and unequal relationships.

The report goes beyond telling young women simply to “be careful”.

Public-health researcher Dr Zoe Duby argues that young women need safer social spaces, better access to prevention technologies and honest education about consent and coercion — while communities must also challenge the environments and behaviours that place them at risk.

The article also compares perspectives from South Africa and Nigeria and brings the issue directly into our community through the experience of a 17-year-old Cosmo City learner.

👉 Read the full report on Cosmo City Chronicle:
Young women need safer social spaces, better access to prevention technologies & honest education about consent and coercion

https://www.ccclive.online/post/young-women-need-safer-social-spaces-better-access-to-prevention-technologies-honest-education

By Mzukona Mantshontsho | Contributor

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24/08/2026

What pressures do women today face that older generations may not fully understand?

That question sparked an interesting conversation when women of different generations gathered at Gate of Life Church in Randburg for a Women’s Day “Ladies Hangout”.

Marriage, independence, equality, relationships, burnout, faith and family were all on the table — and not everyone agreed.

Pastor Basetsana Gaihei also shared an important message for women going through difficult seasons: take life one day at a time and don't be afraid to seek support.

👉 Read the full story on Cosmo City Chronicle.

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What do you think is the biggest pressure facing women today? Tell us in the comments.

14/08/2026

My Maths Buddy Brings Hope, Opportunity and the Power of Partnership to Zandspruit Primary School

My Maths Buddy Team, together with its valued corporate partners, gathered at Zandspruit Primary School to celebrate the successful implementation of the 2026 Nelson Mandela Day Drive Campaign..
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https://cosmo-city-chronicle.vercel.app/post/my-maths-buddy-brings-hope-opportunity-and-the-power-of-partnership-to-zandspruit-primary-school

My Maths Buddy Team, together with its valued corporate partners, gathered at Zandspruit Primary School to celebrate the successful implementation of the 2026 Nelson Mandela Day Drive Campaign

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14/05/2026

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