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Youth voices unite for children's rights
Amid shocking cases of violence against children in South Africa, the Africa Children's Summit 2025 will bring 1300 young voices to Johannesburg this April. Under the theme 'Nothing About Us Without Us,' this child-led platform aims to empower Africa's youth to directly engage with policymakers on crucial safety and rights issues.
'Nothing About Us Without Us': Africa's youth to address rights crisis at 2025 summit
Amid shocking cases of violence against children in South Africa, the Africa Children's Summit 2025 will bring 1,300 young voices to Johannesburg this April. Under the theme 'Nothing About Us Without Us,' this child-led platform aims to empower Africa's youth to directly engage with policymakers on crucial safety and rights issues.
Urgent plea from MKP to freeze travel documents in justice for Cwecwe case
AfriForum has called on the police to present evidence substantiating the claim that the school principal is a suspect in the alleged rape of a student.
House of horrors: Woman allegedly held stepson hostage for 20 years before he started fire to escape
Authorities apprehend a woman accused of holding her stepson captive for two decades, leading him to ignite a fire in a desperate bid for freedom.
KwaZulu-Natal mother abandons infant son for night of binge drinking
In a troubling incident, a KwaZulu-Natal mother allegedly abandoned her infant son for a night of drinking, prompting calls for greater awareness of child abandonment issues.
Basic Education Department defends foldable desk donations amid criticism
Basic Education Department clarifies its position on foldable desk donations in response to parental and educator concerns.
'You're turning children into walking billboards': Education Minister faces backlash over branded portable desks for Grade 1 learners
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube sparks nationwide debate after endorsing McDonald's-branded portable desk initiative at Cape Town's St Paul's Primary School, with parents and activists condemning the move as exploitative advertising.
Why South Africa needs a National Children's Commissioner
Exploring the urgent need for a national Children's Commissioner in South Africa to protect vulnerable children from poverty and violence
SONA 2025 | Women for Change urge President Ramaphosa to declare GBVF a national disaster
'This is a national disaster. It is a war that has long far gone. And the only way to start a ceasefire is by saying their names. 'This is the call on President Cyril Ramaphosa to declare gender-based violence and femicide a national disaster, when he delivers his State of the Nation address.
Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi: Silence on gender-based violence is not an option
Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi emphasises the urgent need for action against gender-based violence and femicide in South Africa, outlining the government's strategic plans to combat this crisis.
Dear Santa: Help me end child labour and slavery in 2025
In a heartfelt letter to Santa, a journalist pleads for action against child labour and slavery, urging a commitment to #ZeroChildLabour and #ZeroSlavery by 2025.
Popular podcaster Penuel chooses not to pay child maintenance to 'gain' access to his children
"Three months ago, I made a decision to stop sending money for three of my seven children. And to stop all legal processes to try see them. I became a 'deadbeat'," posted podcaster, Penuel.