WELCOME TO THE uDubs Radio COMMUNITY FORUM
The uDubs Radio Community Forum is your space to connect, share, and be heard. We invite residents of the Cape Metro to use this platform to tell their stories, express their experiences, and discuss the issues that matter most to our communities. Whether it’s the challenges of living conditions, access to quality healthcare, economic opportunities, or pathways to employment, this forum exists to give every voice a place at the table.
Here, we believe that stories have the power to inspire change, foster understanding, and strengthen the bonds between neighbours. By sharing your personal journey or shedding light on the struggles and successes of your community, you help create a collective narrative that reflects the true heartbeat of the Cape Metro. Together, we can amplify these voices, encourage solutions, and work toward a more informed, connected, and empowered community.
You can ask any question that relates to life, opportunities, and challenges in the Cape Metro. The forum is a space for community-focused discussions, so your questions should help share experiences, seek advice, or find solutions that benefit residents and students.
Examples:
“Where can I find affordable student accommodation in Bellville?”
“Has anyone had success applying for the new municipal job programme?”
“What clinics in Kuils River offer free or low-cost health check-ups?”
“How do I report illegal dumping in my neighbourhood?”
“Are there community projects hiring volunteers this month?”
“Any tips for first-year students adjusting to life at UWC?”
We encourage you to be as clear and specific as possible so fellow members can give helpful, relevant responses.
When posting questions in the Community Forum, make sure they are clear, relevant, and respectful. Avoid:
Hate speech or offensive language – Keep your wording inclusive and free of prejudice.
Overly vague questions – Be specific so others can provide useful answers.
Duplicate questions – Search the forum first to see if your question has already been asked and answered.
Off-topic subjects – Keep questions focused on the Cape Metro, its communities, and topics relevant to residents and students.
Personal attacks or targeting individuals – Do not use the forum to shame, threaten, or harass anyone.
Requests for illegal or unsafe activities – These will be removed and may result in suspension.
Example of a good question:
“What are the requirements to apply for the municipal youth internship in Bellville?”
Example of a poor question:
“Why are people in this neighbourhood so lazy?”
Clear, respectful questions lead to more helpful responses and encourage others to participate in meaningful discussions.
When responding to questions in the Community Forum, always aim to be respectful, constructive, and relevant. Avoid:
Personal attacks or insults – Criticise ideas, not people.
Spreading false or unverified information – Share facts from trusted sources or clearly state if it’s your opinion or experience.
Off-topic replies – Keep your answer focused on the original question.
Hate speech or discriminatory remarks – Any form of racism, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia, or other prejudice is not allowed.
Overly promotional content – Don’t use answers as adverts unless the question specifically asks for recommendations.
Sharing personal information about others – Protect people’s privacy.
Example of a good answer:
“You can register for the free clinic at Tygerberg Hospital by calling their main line. I used it last month and the process was quick — bring your ID and proof of address.”
Example of a poor answer:
“Only lazy people use those clinics, just Google it.”
Good answers help build trust and community; poor answers discourage people from engaging.