SANCA Soweto - Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Centre

09/08/2026

Happy women's day

06/08/2026

Yesterday

📍Gauteng Department of Social Development hosts an Integrated Service Delivery Blitz to members of the community at City of Joburg.

The service delivery blitz bring together various government departments, entities, and funded Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) to provide accessible and coordinated services to the community.

These include SANCA Soweto, the Department of Employment and Labour, SASSA News, Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC), Mandoza foundation, Mo-Afrika Ithlokomele

14/07/2026

LET’S PUT A SMILE ON A CHILD’S FACE 🎁📚👕

SANCA Soweto is hosting a *Donation Drive* for children.

We are collecting:
1. Reading books - to spark imagination
2. Toys - to bring joy and play
3. Clothes - to keep little ones warm and dignified

Because _children deserve the best_, and every child deserves to feel loved, valued, and supported.

Drop-off: SANCA Soweto Offices
For more info: 011 984 4290 /069 550 4176

If you can’t donate, please share this post. Your share could reach the person who can 💙

08/07/2026

Many people believe alcohol helps them get a better night's rest because it can make you feel sleepy. The truth is, while it may help you fall asleep faster, it can seriously reduce the quality of your sleep.

Swipe through to discover:
- Why alcohol disrupts deep sleep
- Why you wake up more during the night
- How poor sleep affects your mood, focus and energy

Small changes can make a big difference to your health and wellbeing.

💬 Have you ever noticed feeling more tired after drinking, even after a full night's sleep? Let us know in the comments.

📞 011 984 4290
📧 [email protected]
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29/06/2026

27/06/2026

[Yesterday Was A Historic Moment]

Soweto comes to a buzz as Department of Social Development together with Gauteng Department of Social Development host the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (IDADAIT), observed annually on the 26th of June.

The event will also serve to officially launch the state-funded and newly established Tladi Day Clinic Treatment Centre, which is managed in collaboration with the South African National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence (SANCA) Soweto branch.

This year’s event will be observed under both the UN 2026 theme: “World Drug Problem: Persisting issues, new challenges, innovative responses ”, and the SA theme: “Breaking the cycle: Restricting alcohol availability to children, youth and pregnant women”.

Both themes demonstrate global and South Africa’s determination and commitment in achieving the set goal of achieving an international society free of drug and alcohol abuse.

The themes also seek to promote and put more emphasis on evidence-based intervention on prevention, treatment and recovery from substance disorders.

Gauteng Province is reported as one of the top five provinces in the country in the scourge and use of illicit substances.

26/06/2026

Happy Birthday to SANCA Soweto's director Ms Zakithi Nsele

24/06/2026

Awesomeness campaign

21/06/2026

Happy Father's Day

21/06/2026

A Message from the Director to All Fathers - Happy Father’s Day ❤️

Today, we pause and honor you.
To the fathers of Soweto and beyond - biological dads, stepdads, grandfathers, uncles, and the men who show up as father figures: We see you.

Fatherhood isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s the 5am wake-ups. The school fees you stress over in silence. The “I’m fine” when you’re tired. The way you teach your kids to be tough on the outside, but keep your heart soft on the inside. That’s real strength.

At SANCA Soweto, we work with many families touched by substance use. And we’ve learned this: kids don’t need perfect fathers. They need present fathers. Fathers who listen. Who apologize. Who choose them, even on hard days. You showing up makes all the difference.

If fatherhood feels heavy right now, know this: asking for help is not weakness. It’s leadership. Our doors are open for counseling and support - for you, and for your family. You deserve care too.

So today, take a moment. Breathe. Let your kids hug you extra tight. Let yourself be celebrated.

From all of us at SANCA Soweto, Happy Father’s Day. Thank you for being the foundation, the protector, and the love our community needs.

With respect,
Ms Zakithi Nsele
Director, SANCA Soweto