“Hockey is mainly played by the middle classes in South Africa, but it can be spread to townships where only two main sports dominate, basically divided according to sex. The sports with big currency are football, mostly played by males…”
Hockey and Mental Health: How the Game can Impact Mental Well-being Read Post »
“During Khanya’s opening study group session for 2025, caregivers, activist community health workers and artists participating in the session debated whether they agreed with government officials saying they would ‘smoke them’ out. The smoking out referred to the zama zama…”
Participants Debate ‘Smoking them out’ During Study Group Session Read Post »
“Schools are the backbone of any community and play a vital role in shaping the minds of future generations. They provide a foundation for academic excellence and personal growth. In academic schools, learners have the opportunity to receive detailed education…”
The Importance of School in Our Communities Read Post »
“Cape Town-based consultancy firm, Eighty20 found that South Africa ranked fifth globally for alcohol consumption in a 2023 study. Beer, an alcoholic beverage, today stands as the most consumed form of alcohol in South Africa. Just last December, it was…”
Alcohol is a Major Cause of Gender Based Violence Read Post »
“Taking Sides by Brian Gallagher is a thought-provoking novel exploring a nation being torn apart. The story, set in Dublin, is captured around Annie Reilly, a passionate young lady who has working-class origins. Reilly appears in the top performers’ list…”
Book Review, Taking Sides Read Post »
“Bud, Not Buddy is a children’s book written by Christopher Paul Curtis. It is a heartwarming story of a 10-year-old boy looking for his father. Bud Caldwell is the main character of the book, staying with his mother up until…”
Review: Bud, not Buddy Read Post »
“Following United States President Donald Trump’s recent move to freeze foreign aid, Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi spoke about the magnitude of South Africa’s fight against HIV and the United States’s contribution to it. We are running the world’s biggest…”
US Developments Should Worry for SA Read Post »
“South Africa is a country with a population mostly consisting of working communities. These communities are mainly Black (referring to African, so-called Coloured, and Indian) people who live below the breadline. Many are dependent on the social welfare system in…”
Is Social Work in Crisis? Read Post »
“The issues surrounding the placement of children in public Schools has cause a lot of frustration and anger on parents. On 15 January 2025, the school academic year commenced. The first week of school was a nightmare for many parents…”
Issues of placement of children in schools Read Post »
“Yet again the Eastern Cape province is troubled by initiation school-related crises. What is meant to be a celebration of young boys transitioning to manhood is instead causing their deaths. The practice is meant to mark boys’ passage to manhood…”
Calls for Initiation Practices to be Suspended in Eastern Cape Read Post »
“It’s heartbreaking to see the devastating impact of substance abuse on individuals, families, and even communities. Walking down the streets of Bronville, where I am from, standing at the street corner where adolescent boys and girls are sitting under a…”
Youth Substance Abuse is a Challenge in Our Communities Read Post »
“The month of December is a time of celebrations of all sorts in South Africa. Celebrations include weddings, family gatherings, parties, and even the welcoming back of those who return from the traditional initiation school into manhood. During this time…”
Alcohol Now a Social Issue Costing R7.7 billion! Read Post »
