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28/06/2026
MEDIA STATEMENT
CONTINUES WITH WINTER RELIEF & VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE ACROSS COMMUNITIES – JUNE TO JULY 2026
Pretoria, [17/06/2026] – As winter tightens its grip across the country, is continuing to provide immediate relief to vulnerable communities while also championing electorate participation. continues a two‑month Winter Comfort & Voter Action Programme, running throughout June and July 2026 in multiple communities. The initiative has two core pillars:
1. Emergency winter relief – soup kitchens, blanket and clothing distribution.
2. Voter registration encouragement – empowering residents to register for the upcoming Local Government Elections.
First event:
📅 18 June 2026
⏲️ 10h00
📌 1937 section F malaka street B3 Mamelodi West.
Recognising that long‑term change requires active citizenship, volunteers will be on the ground at every winter programme location to assist community members with voter registration. We will provide information on how to check registration status, register online, or locate the nearest Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) station.
“Comfort in winter should not be a luxury – and neither should the right to shape our own governance. We are bringing warmth to bodies and to our democracy, one community at a time.” Themba Masango, Secretary‑General,
Boitumelo Thage (National Organiser)
Cell: +27 64 901 1859
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16/06/2026
NOTINMYNAME INTERNATIONAL PROUDLY SUPPORTS TIYANI "SUGAR" MABUNDA AND THE HIGH SCHOOLS SPORTS TOURNAMENT — MAMELODI EDITION
[PRETORIA, 16 June 2026] – NotInMyName International is proud to announce its full support for former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Tiyani "Sugar" Mabunda and the Tiyani Mabunda Foundation's landmark High Schools Sports Tournament — Mamelodi Edition.
As a civil rights organisation committed to justice, community upliftment, and the empowerment of South Africa's youth, NotInMyName International recognises the transformative power of sport and education in building stronger, safer communities.
The Tiyani Mabunda Foundation, operating under the motto "Giving Life to the Dream," has created a platform that bridges the gap between talent and opportunity for young South Africans. The High Schools Sports Tournament — Mamelodi Edition is a landmark two-day event bringing together high school learners from across the Mamelodi and greater Tshwane region to compete, connect, and grow. This tournament goes beyond sport — it is a celebration of youth potential, team spirit, and community pride.
"We are incredibly proud to stand alongside Tiyani 'Sugar' Mabunda and his foundation," said Themba Masango, Secretary-General of NotInMyName International. "Initiatives like this High Schools Sports Tournament are exactly what our communities need — they give young people hope, purpose, and a sense of belonging. When we invest in our youth through sport and education, we are investing in a safer, more prosperous South Africa for all."
NotInMyName International has a long-standing commitment to community engagement and social justice. The organisation believes that programs like the Tiyani Mabunda Foundation's tournament are vital in addressing the social challenges facing townships and communities across the country.
The Foundation's work in Mamelodi exemplifies the spirit of community pride and youth development that South Africa needs. By providing a platform for high school learners to showcase their talents, the Tiyani Mabunda Foundation is unlocking the full potential of the nation's next generation.
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