Making a Difference

Manenberg High School

Increased gang war and drug activities on schools in Manenberg hamper the education and development progress. Manenberg is one of many townships on the Cape Flats that are plagued with gangsterism and domestic violence.

Students are not safe when walking to school and back. In the picture it shows where a victim of gang violence was shot outside school premises.

In partnership between GFH and Manenberg High School, Cameron Williams, the school principal took the initiative in a security lockdown on 24 February 2022.

The police seized drugs and weapons from students school including: 56 Marijuana boats; 9 knives; 1 bullet; and a huge volume of cigarettes.

The Principal of Manenberg High is making a real impact on the students and culture at the school. Additionally, the school has encouraged various community initiatives such as Art and Crafts classes to adults and youth.