{"id":2035,"date":"2026-02-19T17:14:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T15:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pixleyindependent.co.za\/?p=2035"},"modified":"2026-02-19T17:14:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T15:14:10","slug":"community-leader-to-walk-from-dimbaza-to-east-london-to-combat-drug-abuse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pixleyindependent.co.za\/?p=2035","title":{"rendered":"Community Leader to Walk from Dimbaza to East London to Combat Drug Abuse"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dimbaza \u2013 Eastern Cape<\/div>\n
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On 1 March 2026, Bongani Zweni, founder of Bright Ideas Movement, will begin a symbolic walk from Dimbaza to East London via the R63 and N2 highways to raise awareness about drug abuse and gangsterism affecting youth in Eastern Cape townships.<\/div>\n
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Since 2019, Bright Ideas Movement has actively worked to remove children from the streets and away from drugs by organising sports events, awareness programs, and community workshops.<\/div>\n
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The Walk for Change campaign aims to:<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2013 Educate communities about the dangers of drug abuse.<\/div>\n
\u2013 Promote youth participation in sport and positive activities.<\/div>\n
\u2013 Encourage community dialogue and prevention strategies.<\/div>\n
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\u201cThe escalating use of illegal drugs is destroying families and increasing crime in our communities. This walk is about hope, prevention, and action,\u201d says Bongani.<\/div>\n
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The organisation is seeking support in the form of sports equipment and educational materials to sustain youth programs after the walk concludes in East London.<\/div>\n
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Community members, businesses, and stakeholders are encouraged to support the initiative.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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For interviews or sponsorship inquiries, contact:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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078 8138127 (WhatsApp only)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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