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  • General Committee Applications Are Now Open

    Posted on September 22, 2025

    The University of Pretoria’s Reach Out and Give (RAG) invites students to apply for positions on its General Committee. Applications will be open from 22 September to 3 October 2025. The General Committee plays a vital role in supporting RAG’s vision of fostering community...

  • A Letter From the 2024/25 EC

    Posted on September 17, 2025

    As we sign out and close this chapter of our journey, we do so with full hearts and deep gratitude. Being part of UP RAG has never been about titles or positions — it has always been about people, passion, and purpose. Together, we built something that will continue to echo long after our...

  • Meet the New Executive Committee

    Posted on August 25, 2025

    The wait is over — UP RAG is excited to officially announce the brand-new Executive Committee (EC)! These dynamic student leaders are ready to bring fresh energy, bold ideas, and a whole lot of heart to everything RAG stands for: community, impact and student life.

  • Kagiso Trainings: Investing in Growth and Collective Building

    Posted on August 25, 2025

    UP RAG recently hosted the Kagiso Trainings, an initiative rooted in the principle of Kagiso — meaning “to build”. These sessions were designed to empower our UP students with knowledge, skills, and perspectives that will strengthen both individual growth and the collective...

  • Subcouncil Awards: An Evening of Excellence

    Posted on August 22, 2025

    The Subcouncil Awards, fondly known as An Evening of Excellence, brought together the vibrant community of student leaders to celebrate the hard work, creativity, and impact of the past year. The event shone a spotlight on collaboration, innovation, and commitment — reminding us of the...

  • Celebrating the Strength and Legacy of Women on National Women’s Day

    Posted on August 09, 2025

    Every year on 09 August, we pause to honour the remarkable women of 1956, whose courage and resilience became a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change in South Africa’s journey toward freedom and equality. These women stood firmly against oppression, united by the belief that their voices...

  • Lead with Disability: A Storytelling Event That Redefined Leadership

    Posted on August 06, 2025

    On July 31st, the Lead with Disability: Storytelling Event brought together a group of inspiring people to share their experiences of living with disabilities and leading in their own way.

  • Mandela Week Kick-Off: Painting a Message of Hope

    Posted on July 25, 2025

    After a brief delay, our Mandela Week kick-off event finally came to life on the 23rd of July at the iconic Graffiti Wall on the Hatfield Campus and it was well worth the wait. What began as a postponed moment turned into a powerful start to a week filled with purpose, creativity, and community...

  • Youth Day with UP RAG: Leading With Purpose, Serving With Heart

    Posted on June 16, 2025

    On June 16, we pause to reflect, not just as students, but as young leaders entrusted with the responsibility of shaping the future [of service and engagement]. At UP RAG, Youth Day is more than a date on the calendar. It is a powerful reminder of where we come from, who we are, and what we...

  • Applications Are Now Open for FACE of UP RAG 2025!

    Posted on June 02, 2025

    Do you have the passion, presence, and purpose to represent the heart of UP RAG? We are officially opening applications for FACE of UP RAG 2025/26, and this is your chance to step into the spotlight and become the face of community engagement, student spirit, and authentic leadership at the...

  • Happy Pride Month!

    Posted on June 01, 2025

    June marks the start of Pride Month, a powerful celebration of love, identity, courage, and the ongoing fight for equality for the LGBTQIA+ community. At UP RAG, we stand firmly for dignity, visibility, and justice for all — and we’re proud to be allies in the movement toward a more...

  • Packed With Care: Nourishing Hope on the Streets of Hatfield

    Posted on May 22, 2025

    On a crisp morning in Hatfield, the team gathered with a simple yet powerful mission — to nourish, connect, and uplift. What began with the thoughtful assembly of packaged fruits and drinks quickly turned into a heartfelt outreach that touched the lives of 150 individuals.

  • Poetry Evening: A Night of Words and Wonder

    Posted on May 20, 2025

    On the evening of May 15th, the atmosphere was charged with creativity and emotion as poetry lovers gathered to celebrate the art of spoken word. The Poetry Evening, held at the Graduate Centre, brought together a vibrant community of poets, performers, and enthusiasts for a night filled with...

  • Nominations Now Open for the 2025/26 Executive Committee

    Posted on May 16, 2025

    The call for student leadership has begun! Nominations are officially open for the 2025/26 Executive Committee. If you’re passionate about community engagement and committed to serving the student body, this is your opportunity to lead from the front. Serving on the Executive...

  • Uplifting Young Women: A Successful Pad Drive at Vukani-Mawethu Secondary

    Posted on May 16, 2025

    In a powerful collaboration between UP RAG, Respublica Urban Nest, and Health House, a pad drive was successfully carried out to support the menstrual health and dignity of learners at Vukani Mawethu High School. What began as a simple call to action turned into a deeply impactful...

  • Shaving for a Cause – Living Beyond Limits

    Posted on May 14, 2025

    On the 13th of May, the Piazza came alive with colour, compassion, and courage as students and staff came together for the CANSA Shavathon, held as part of the Beyond Limits event hosted by Docendo Day House. The air buzzed with purpose as heads were shaved, hair was sprayed in bold colours, and...

  • Period Poverty Ends With Us: Join the Pad Drive Today!

    Posted on April 30, 2025

    Every month, millions of girls and women across the country face a harsh reality—missing school, skipping work, or staying home simply because they lack access to menstrual hygiene products. This is period poverty, and it's time we do something about it. At its core, menstruation is a...

  • Key Committees Unite for a Day of Fun

    Posted on April 27, 2025

    On Saturday, the 26th of April, the park came alive with energy, laughter, and spirit as UP RAG, Student Sport Committee and Student Culture participated in a Key Committee Fun Day organised by UP RAG - a vibrant celebration of Student Life and the future leaders who will carry it forward....

  • Inspiring Futures: Career Expo and Stationery Drive at Madisong Secondary

    Posted on April 22, 2025

    On 11 April, a bright and hopeful day, UP RAG had the privilege of organising in a dynamic Career Expo and Stationery Drive hosted at Madisong Secondary School. This impactful outreach initiative aimed not only to expose learners to a variety of career paths available at the University of...

  • RAG, Let’s Be Real: A Courageous Conversation on Mental Health and Sex

    Posted on April 15, 2025

    On Thursday, 10 April, UP RAG hosted a powerful and enlightening Transformation Seminar titled “RAG Let’s Be Real”. The event brought together students for an open, honest, and much-needed dialogue on two topics often avoided due to societal taboos — mental health and sex....

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