Refugee Social Services

09/10/2026

Home can be a place, a person, a language, a feeling,a memory, or simply feeling safe.
Complete the sentence :
"Home feels like -----."

08/10/2026

Humanity has no colour, religion, or ethnicity. We may come from different places, speak different languages and follow different traditions, but every human life has equal value.

Choose empathy over fear . Speak up. Stand up. Stand together.
What does humanitarianism mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments and tag someone who believes in compassion.

08/10/2026

Always verify information before sharing it

Before you share, pause and verify. False information can fuel fear, violence, and division. Let’s use our words wisely and choose truth. Truth matters. Share responsibly.

06/10/2026

LET’S TALK ABOUT HEAT STRESS

Last week, RSS attended a workshop on heat stress and its effects.

We learned key facts about how heat affects our health, who is most at risk, and how to protect ourselves and our loved ones.

Swipe through the carousel to learn:

🥵 What heat stress is
👶🏽 Who is most at risk
💧 How to prevent heat-related illness
🚨 Warning signs to look out for
🆘 When to seek medical help

Stay informed. Stay hydrated. Stay cool. And check on those around you.

05/10/2026

We’d love to hear from you. What is one small act of kindness that has made you feel welcome in a new community? Share your thoughts below.

01/10/2026

Important update for asylum seekers in South Africa.

Refugee Reception Centres countrywide will start receiving people who wish to apply for asylum, including those who have never received documentation.

Please follow the official process and seek assistance where needed. Share this information with anyone who may need it.

29/09/2026

A smile, a kind word, or a helping hand can make someone feel seen and welcome. Choose empathy. Choose humanity.

24/09/2026

This Heritage Day, we celebrate the many cultures, traditions, languages and stories that make South Africa stronger.

Our differences connect us. From long-established communities to refugees and asylum seekers who now call South Africa home, everyone has a place in our shared story.

Let’s keep building a country where diversity is respected, cultures are celebrated, and everyone belongs.

Different roots. One community.

23/09/2026

Choose empathy over fear. Before judging someone, remember the humanity we all share.

22/09/2026