“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 »
“Every year in South Africa, the is a huge excitement toward matric results and during every graduation season, there is a renewal of hopes and dreams as we see individuals sharing their education stories and victory on social media as…”
Young People’s Views on Unemployment in South Africa Read Post »
“Johannesburg–Every Saturday, on my way to work, I pass by a night club that opens only mid-night and close at 6 AM in the early morning and with lot of young people outside. Others are electronically requesting transport on…”
Pavillion: Saturday Night Blues as Youth Wallow in Destructive Ecstasy Read Post »
“A lot of unemployed youth do not do much which leads some of them to resort to bad trying to tackle the challenges they face daily. Activists must engage with communities as a priority to change conditions in every working…”
Danger Looms for the Youth of South Africa Read Post »
“On 23 February 2024, students from the University of the Witwatersrand went on strike after being unable to register to study this year. The strikes happened because the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (Nsfas) failed to pay for full tuition…”
Devastated University Students Striking Due to NSFAS Failure to Settle Debts. Read Post »
“The Council on Higher Education has said that it is difficult to defend the exorbitant salaries and perks for executives at South Africa’s universities. This comes after findings that at least half of the Vice Chancellors (VCs) at public universities earned well above R4 million in 2019.”
“Holding placards written “#FixOurSchoolsNow” and “10 years of broken promises”, about 50 education activists picketed outside the Department of Basic Education in Pretoria on Wednesday. The group called on Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga to meet the legal obligations…”
“Fix our schools” Activists Tell Minister as Deadline Passes Read Post »
“The cost of living continues to rise in South Africa, making it increasingly difficult for young people to afford basic necessities, especially food. As unemployment rates remain extremely high in South Africa, a growing number of households find themselves having…”
Unemployment Drives Young People to the Brink of Hunger Read Post »
“Teenage pregnancy has become a huge issue in our communities. Young girls think it is fashionable to have a child at a young age. How do you even take care of a child while you are also a child?
That…”
KwaThema’s Teenage Pregnancy Problem Read Post »
Johannesburg is a city that is well known for its minerals and job opportunities.
A Neglected Drug Crisis in the City of Johannesburg Read Post »
Underage drinking still remains a serious concern in working class communities.
The Continued Problem of Underage Drinking In Communities Read Post »
On 9 August 2023, in commemoration of the generation of 1956 where 20 000 women marched against the carrying of the dompass, the coach and founder of African Connection Women Football Club, Chris Totobela and the team hosted the first ever Diski Queens Tournament under the theme “Kicking the ball against Gender Based Violence and Drug Abuse”.
First Diski Queens Tournament in Makana Read Post »
