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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 clarifies its position on foldable desk donations in response to parental and educator concerns.
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.
Exploring the urgent need for a national Children's Commissioner in South Africa to protect vulnerable children from poverty and violence
'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 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.
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.
"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.