South African philanthropists Cobus Steenkamp and Eunice van Schalkwyk will hike about 90km over five days through the Fish River Canyon in Namibia,

"Ma from the Gardens", Venetia Orgill, understands where homeless ‘coming from’ writes Danny Oosthuizen.

Despite their terrible plight, the homeless still have time to flash a smile and dream of a better life

"We are living in troubled times. Soon, we are supposed to celebrate Women’s Day. However, there is really not much to celebrate."

Danny Oosthuizen is the #TheDignityProject ambassador. In his weekly daily column for the Cape Argus, he tackles the struggles homeless people face.

The overnight facility, aimed at addressing the shortage of bed space at shelters, has been open on a small scale for the past two weeks.

"We are quick to shift the blame and responsibilities of what goes on in our communities on to the police, and other authorities," writes Danny.

Four years later, Souper Troupers are still connecting with the homeless in a spirit of sharing

"The city’s homeless bear the brunt of the harsh winter, barely recovering from heavy overnight rains only to scurry to find shelter from another torrent"

The City of Cape Town has started its mopping up operations across the city after heavy rains and bitter cold coupled with hail and snow.

"By the time you read this, the launch of The Space in Culemborg will be happening. This a first for the City," writes Danny Oosthuizen.

"There is an NGO called UTurn, based in Claremont, who believe in life after homelessness."

In his weekly daily column for the Cape Argus, Danny Oosthuizen tackles the struggles homeless people face

"I can’t understand why so many elderly are still living on our streets. Are there no homes available for them?" asks Danny Oosthuizen

Big business should move their HQ’s or regional offices. In this way, buildings in the city centre and surrounds can be converted into living space for homeless.

"People are going to jail for their addiction. They don’t receive help in the form of rehab," says Danny Oosthuizen.