Bnoth Zion WIZO Cape Town

09/10/2026

08/10/2026

On Tuesday evening, WIZO Cape Town and South African Zionist Federation - Cape Council had the honour of hosting an inspiring evening of leadership, purpose and connection with Israeli entrepreneur, international speaker and leadership mentor Doron Amitai Libshtein.

It was particularly special to share the evening with so many of Cape Town’s young Jewish leaders, who came together to listen, learn and be inspired.

Doron’s experiences and insights encouraged us to reflect on the kind of leaders we want to become and the meaningful contribution each of us can make. We look forward to carrying his message into our work and the future of our community.

07/10/2026

Three years ago, Hamas terrorists invaded Israel, murdering approximately 1,200 people, wounding thousands and abducting 251 men, women and children to Gaza.

Behind every number was an entire life. A family. A future that should never have been taken.

Three years have passed. Some days, it feels like a lifetime. On others, it feels as though we are still inside that morning, waiting for the nightmare to end.

Today, we remember every life stolen, every family torn apart, every survivor carrying the weight of what happened and every community still rebuilding.

We remember not only how those murdered died, but how they lived. We honour those who ran towards danger to save others. And we continue to tell their stories because remembrance is not only something we carry. It is a responsibility.

May the memories of all those murdered on October 7 be a blessing.

06/10/2026

Inbal Rabin-Lieberman’s story is one of extraordinary courage on one of the darkest days in Israel’s history.

Her leadership at Kibbutz Nir Am reminds us that courage is not the absence of fear. It is choosing to act despite it.

Alongside Nir Am’s security team and the forces fighting nearby, Inbal helped protect an entire community.

Her actions on October 7 deserve a lasting place in our collective memory. Hers is a story we must remember and continue to tell.

05/10/2026

Today, the Shiri branch visited Highlands House for an afternoon of music and dance. Spending time with the residents is always a highlight for us, and this visit was made extra special by the talented young dancers, singers and pianist who joined us.

Everyone enjoyed the performances, clapping along and sharing in the joy of the afternoon.

A special thank you to IMSOD – Illana Margolis, Body Love Studio – Savanna Thunder, and Jenna de B**r Dance Studio for arranging the dancers for our Talent Show.

Thank you to all our young performers for sharing their talents and bringing so many smiles to the residents! See less

01/10/2026

Back by popular demand. New Challah cover design!!!!

Come join us for a creative morning 🎨

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29/09/2026

It is with great sadness that WIZO Cape Town mourns the passing of our dear friend and incredible supporter, Marc Sternberg.

Marc’s love of golf and sport was legendary, but even greater was the energy, generosity and heart he brought to everything he did.

Five years ago, at the shiva for Grant Querido, Marc went to Donne – our WIZO Golf Day Queen – and, in true Marc fashion, announced: “You’re too old for this nonsense. I’m taking over with Adam, and we’ll do it. And we’ll call it the Grant Querido Classic Charity Golf Day.”

And that was Marc. Full of big ideas, enthusiasm and determination - and always ready to make things happen.

From his guidance to the incredible prizes and donations he helped secure, Marc threw himself wholeheartedly into making the Golf Day something special. Above all, he insisted that it should always be fun - a day that celebrated Grant’s joie de vivre and his somewhat tenuous relationship with the game of golf.

It was particularly special to have Marc’s son, Aaron, alongside him, supporting our annual Golf Day and its charitable purpose.

Marc gave so generously of his time, his support and himself, and WIZO Cape Town was incredibly fortunate to have him in our corner. He will be deeply missed.

Our deepest condolences go out to the entire Sternberg family.

May Marc’s memory always be a blessing.

25/09/2026

Chag Sukkot Sameach from WIZO Cape Town

As we gather in the Sukkah, may this beautiful festival remind us of the strength of community, the joy of togetherness and the importance of gratitude.

22/09/2026

With great sadness WIZO Cape Town mourns the passing of Marcia Parness, 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗜𝗭𝗢 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 and past President from 1990–1993, as well as Honorary Life President of the South African Zionist Federation.

Marcia dedicated so much of her life to WIZO, the Zionist movement and the community. Her leadership, commitment and legacy will always be remembered with deep respect and gratitude.

Our heartfelt condolences go to her family and loved ones.
May her memory be a blessing.

22/09/2026

The war is still not over.

For many reservist families, that means another call-up, another spouse carrying the weight of home alone and another child missing a parent.

Liran has served more than 650 days in the reserves since October 7, in both the north and the south. Throughout those repeated absences and returns, he and his wife were also navigating a long diagnostic process for their son. Only recently did they learn that he is on the spectrum, bringing new understanding, but also another layer to a family reality already shaped by uncertainty and separation.

Even when a father returns home, the distance created by months of absence does not disappear overnight. Rebuilding closeness takes time.

At WIZO’s “A Bridge to Connection” father-child retreat, Liran and his son found space to simply be together and a community of families who understood exactly what they were going through.

“It gives both us as fathers and our children a sense of connection and the feeling of being seen.”

Because the families carrying this war still need to know that they are not carrying it alone.