Youth in South Africa and Australia turn to social clubs to build community

Younger generations in South Africa and Australia are increasingly turning to specialized social clubs to foster community and combat loneliness. In South Africa, various groups are utilizing social media to organize niche gatherings, ranging from female-centric running clubs like The Homegirls Club to networking events for entrepreneurs and business owners in regions such as Gauteng and the Western Cape.

In Australia, the Gen Z-led mental health charity ALLKND has launched Cause Clubs to create in-person connections through social volunteering. These monthly events are organized around United Nations sustainable development goals and offer free, accessible ways for young people to engage with their communities. Recent initiatives have included themed events like item swaps to promote sustainability and support local charities.