The Big Issue

High quality, varied and entertaining content for readers across age, culture, religion, gender and other demographics. Stories include reporting on local and international happenings with a ‘bigger issue’ about an individual, and unusual news or events that impact us all. The Big Issue shares in-depth interviews with local and international celebrities, artists, change-makers and thought leaders. It also focuses on local people or organisations committed to making positive changes in society – intent on finding innovative ways to effect change.

The Big Issue

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HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS EDITION

KINDNESS IN ACTION • The Big Issue is the only monthly street publication in South Africa. The magazine keeps food on the table for our vendors and we support more than 120 vendors and +-720 family members through sales of the magazine. Your purchase keeps their dreams alive.

BINGEWORTHY FICTION FOR BOOKWORMS • Known for her bestselling rom-coms, Amy Lea’s, new novel, The Catch, the third in her Influencer series, is positively swoon worthy. Lauren Mc Diarmid chatted with Amy about what makes her tick.

A murder mystery on a ship full of magical passengers • Author Frances White writes about her mind-blowing novel, Voyage of the Damned, what inspired the book, the setting, and her irresistible lead character.

Five Minutes with … C.A Davids • How to be a Revolutionary was awarded the Sunday Times Fiction Prize for 2023. Penguin Random House asked the author, C.A Davids, some questions.

Building change stitch by stitch • The Salesian Institute Youth Projects’ Stitch Ahead Sewing Programme has advanced with the launch of a micro-factory helping empower marginalised women.

OF PROGRESS & ORIGIN STORIES • Pioneering designer Rich Mnisi on the harmony of his fashion and collectable furniture.

SCREENING SCHOOL STAFF • Legal expert Ashleigh Laurent, credit bureau TPN’s Legal Counsel, delves into the critical importance of thoroughly screening school staff to ensure the safety and security of learners after recent allegations of abuse and qualifications fraud within educational institutions.

CELEBRATING THREE DECADES OF THE SPIRIT FOUNDATION MAKING A DIFFERENCE TO SOUTH AFRICA • Spirit Foundation Chairperson, Ian Kilbride, shares his remarkable vison for an odyssey.

NON-PROFIT SUSTAINABILITY IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY - A SPIRITED PERSPECTIVE

SPIRIT EDUCATION FOUNDATION • “Building our nation through education, one scholar at a time”.

SPIRIT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION • Spirit Foundation and The League of Friends of the Blind – you’ve made it possible!

HEARINAFRICA - extends best wishes and thanks to the Spirit Community Foundation on its 30th birthday

SPIRIT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SUPPORT FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES

SPIRIT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PROVIDES A 'SPORTING CHANCE' WITH LORDS TAVERNERS SOUTH AFRICA

UPPER LIESBEEK RIVER GARDEN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE SPIRIT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

THE SPIRIT FOUNDATION AND THE BIG ISSUE PARTNERSHIP

WILDLIFE VETS

SPIRIT WILDLIFE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS THE SUSTAINABILITY OF OUR ENDANGERED SPECIES

LETTERS FROM CONCERNED CITIZENS TO GOVERNMENT • Educational Leader Atholl Murray writes to our President requesting immediate change to achieve a brighter future for all.

An urgent call from the heart of South Africa's business sector to the Minister of Education

To the SA President, do what is right! • TLU SA (which “supports and speaks on behalf of farmers”) addresses our President, requesting better protection of our agricultural communities and asks – why is nothing being done? South Africa, and the world, are waiting for your statesmanship to reveal itself.

From the Institute for Economic Justice and others • A group...