Somali Association of SA (SASA)

Somali Association of South Africa(SASA) is a national organization that promotes self-reliance,integration and social cohesion among refugees & asylum seekers.

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SASA was honoured to attend the Folang Clinic Open Day on Sept 4! 🌸

The event highlighted Breast Cancer, Pap Smears, GBV, Menopause & SRH, promoting women’s health and empowerment.

Thank you, @FolangClinic, for this important initiative!

#SASA #WomensHealth #GBVAwareness #SRH

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Social cohesion is not just an idea—it's a practice. SASA recently joined the Capacity Enhancement training in Zeerust on migrant integration, hosted by the Dept of Social Development & @GautengSACR

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Born & raised in SA. Yet: No ID. No varsity. No future. Statelessness is systemic exclusion, leading to exploitation & zero legal protection. The Constitution promises dignity; policy gaps leave thousands invisible. Document our people. Restore justice. ⚖️ #EndStatelessness

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On 21 Aug, @SomaliAssocSA Gauteng & @MSF_sa hosted a Women’s Day health event in Pretoria. With @Future_Families, SAPS, @FolangClinics, @SARefugee_Led, Gauteng Community Safety & @UNHCR, we shared vital resources. Thanks to all partners! #WomensDay #PublicHealth #SASA

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For World TB Day, we partnered in Bellville to boost TB awareness. It's curable & preventable, and early testing is key! We empowered communities with vital info, addressing misconceptions & highlighting free testing. Let's #TestTreatTriumph! #EndTBSA #EndTB #TestForTB #SaveLives

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Office Closure Notice: Our office will be closed from March 10th to March 23rd for the final ten days of Ramadan.
Our team will be taking time for reflection & prayer.
Normal operations resume on March 23rd. Please plan accordingly. Thank you for your understanding. 🌙

#Ramadan

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WCED 2027 School Admissions for Grades R, 1, & 8 open soon!

🗓️ Applications: 10 March – 14 April 2026
✅ Confirmations: 28 May – 15 June 2026
Apply early for a smoother process.
➡️ https://t.co/LtYOlJIM82

#WCED #SchoolAdmissions #GradeR #Grade1 #Grade8

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We at the Somali Association of South Africa wish you and your loved ones a blessed and peaceful Ramadan. May this sacred month bring reflection, compassion, and renewed strength to our communities

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Our Awareness Workshop on the White Paper on Immigration, Refugees&Citizenship was successfully held. Thank you to Ilitha Labantu for partnering with us, and to all participants for your valuable contributions.
We will be submitting consolidated community comments on your behalf.

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Looking to make a difference?
Volunteer with SASA and support refugee-led advocacy, youth initiatives & community empowerment. Purpose-driven action starts with you. ✊
#VolunteerWithSASA #CommunityImpact #RefugeeRights

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SASA supported a key Stakeholder Engagement Session co-convened by UNHCR & SA’s DHA, with RAASA, SCRA, ASM & RLOs. Discussions focused on SA’s asylum system, with lived-experience insights from RLOs strengthening #RefugeeProtection

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On #InternationalDayOfEducation, we highlight education as an ecosystem: bridging schools for youth, English classes for families, and youth-led leadership. When education is holistic and co-created, it transforms communities.
#EducationDay #SustainableChange #RefugeeEducation

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We’re hiring! Admin & Receptionist needed in Cape Town. Passionate about non-profit work? Organised & friendly? Apply now: https://t.co/LufB99WIku Deadline: 20/01/2026

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We’re excited to officially open our doors for the year and welcome you!
Our Cape Town and Pretoria offices are now fully operational and ready to support you with guidance, referrals, and community-based assistance

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The SASA offices are closed from the 12th of December holidays.
Our offices will re-open on the 12th of January 2026.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

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Our 4-day Skills Development Training wrapped with big impact! From 8–11 Dec, youth explored empowerment, rights, health, CV skills, digital tools & toured Bellville Library. We closed with a joint graduation. Thanks to all who made it possible! #YouthDevelopment #sasa

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Huge success at the 3rd Tshwaragano/Bambanani Soccer Tournament! ⚽ More than just sport, it was a day of youth development, community building & showcasing the power of collaboration. So proud of our young leaders! #YouthDevelopment #CommunityImpact #TshwaraganoBambanani

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Our final Youth Leadership Cohort of 2025 wrapped with purpose! From 1-4 Dec, young leaders (18-35) explored skills, self-awareness & real leadership conversations. Huge thanks to all participants, facilitators & partner orgs. A strong finish to the year!

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Ready to grow before the year ends?
Join our free 4-day youth training (8–11 Dec, 8am–4pm) for ages 16–25.
Build life skills, leadership, peacebuilding, and more: plus transport, refreshments, and a certificate.
Apply by 4 Dec: https://t.co/d3AQ0roRHN

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The 3rd Tshwaragano/Bambanani Soccer Tournament is here!
📅 6 Dec 2025 | ⏰ 16:00–20:00
📍 Bellville Sports Complex
💥 Max 7 players
🎁 Cash, trophies, medals, certificates & more!
🎓 Schools/NGOs/Faith groups: FREE
🏢 Business teams: R250
Register via email on the image