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Explore the latest news, stories, achievements and updates from across Abraham Kriel Bambanani. Discover the people, programmes and moments that reflect the organisation’s ongoing work to support children, youth and families.
“Not all superheroes wear capes”…
"Not all superheroes wear capes"... Meet Rahul Bhowan - a young superhero with a heart of gold. Rahul, a pupil at The Ridge School in...
Celebrating 123 Years of Impact, hope and heart
Celebrating 123 years of impact, hope and heart On 4 September 2025, Abraham Kriel Bambanani proudly marked 123 years of unwavering service, compassion, and community...
Message by Mr Paul Momsen
It is very sad to retire from service at Abraham Kriel Bambanani, but on the other hand my wife Betsie and I are ready to...
Message from the Incoming CEO: Ms Yolande Fredericks
Message from incoming CEO: Ms Yolande Fredericks It is both an honour and a profound responsibility to step into the role of Chief Executive Officer...
Mandela Month Magic: Moments That Moved AKB
Mandela Month Magic: Moments that moved AKB July was nothing short of magical at Abraham Kriel Bambanani. It was a month where compassion, community, and...
Abraham Kriel Bambanani – A place where I’m heard, loved and protected
AKB - A place where I'm heard, loved and protected Child Protection Week is commemorated annually, in South Africa, to raise awareness about the rights...
Volunteering for Impact – Empowering Young Lives through Sport
At Abraham Kriel Bambanani we focus on the holistic care and development of each beneficiary in our care. That is one of the reasons why...
Beeld-Kinderfonds has been one of our loyal and generous donors for many years
During a recent conversation with one of the girls in our Langlaagte Residential Care Programme, she spontaneously mentioned that her therapy session was the highlight...
Abraham Kriel Bambanani moves to Level 1
On 28 February 2021, President Cyril Ramaphosa, announced that the country will move to Level 1 of the lockdown. This impacts our care services. Please...
Press Release: Haircuts, high spirits and hydro-heroics
Haircuts, high spirits and hydro-heroics: André Green shatters underwater Guinness World Record for a cause South African hairstylist and all-round creative daredevil, André Green, has...
Impact of re-prioritisation by Gauteng Department of Social Development
Abraham Kriel Bambanani (AKB) stands to lose R4,5 million in State funding as a result of the re-prioritisation of the funding to NGO Welfare Organisations...
The true meaning of loyalty
One often wonders about the impact a recurring donation makes to an organisation like Abraham Kriel Bambanani. Please allow me the opportunity to try and...
Donations and Tax Benefits
: What You Need to Know There are many charities and similar organisations that rely on donations from the public – whether from individuals or...
Support a Child
Support A Child Here Are 8 Ways You Can Easily in Need South Africa has often been described as the land of opportunities; as a...
Children’s Charity
Children’s Charity Our Children’s Charity Is Aimed at Creating Healthy, Balanced Futures While we live in a country with unbridled potential to excel on the...
Child Donations
If You Want to Help a Child, Donations Are the Best Approach We were all young once. While growing up, some of us had more...
Help Children In Need
Help Children in Need 7 Ways How You Can Help Children in Need We all realise the importance of doing our bit to help children...
Child Support
Initiatives Are Essential to a Better Future for All South Africans It is often said that children are the future. This is not only because...
Musi het 10 jaar van kindwees verloor
Musi is onderwerp aan verliese en mishandeling vanaf ‘n baie jong ouderdom. As 17-jarige het hy ‘n skamele twee jaar oor om hom voor te...
Musi lost 10 years of life as a child
Musi was subjected to losses and abuse from a very young age. At age 17 and with a maximum of two years left to prepare...
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Every update reflects the ongoing work of helping children and youth move toward safety, dignity, belonging and brighter futures. Your support helps Abraham Kriel Bambanani continue this work, one young life at a time.