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The 16-year-old Thando Mokoena, made a stylish statement at her school dance, stepping out in a custom gown by celebrated designer Gert-Johan Coetzee.
With 'Playtime', Ashwin Singh not only cements his status as an influential storyteller in South Africa but also brings to light the critical issues that society often overlooks.
Energy drinks promise vitality, but at what cost? Uncover the hidden health risks lurking behind your favourite caffeinated pick-me-ups and learn practical tips for safer consumption.
Netflix's 'Adolescence' unveils the secret and potentially dangerous meanings behind emojis used by teenagers, and what every parent should know to protect their children.
Vaping, once seen as a smoking cessation tool for adults, are now alarmingly popular among South African teenagers, raising serious concerns about nicotine addiction and long-term health effects.
With vaping rates among South African teens soaring, parents are left worrying about the future of their children. Discover the alarming statistics, health implications, and effective strategies to support your child in our latest piece.
Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba cautioned medical professionals that failing to report such instances of statutory rape could result in criminal charges being brought against them.
Participants record themselves revealing outrageous or embarrassing secrets, real or fictional, often said to be “just for laughs” for the purpose of content creation.
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education is warning learners against pens down parties.
Teachers have the delicate task of balancing ‘edutainment’ with deep learning through meaningful engagement with prescribed curriculum content.
A recent lawsuit against an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot start-up, Character. AI, by a US mother over her son’s suicide raises critical concerns about people, more particularly teenagers, forming intimate relationships.
Teenagers, both girls and boys, are falling victim to predators luring them to share explicit images and later threaten to expose them unless they are paid.
Tips for teenagers on identifying misinformation and distinguishing facts from truth.
A 16-year-old boy has appeared in court for the murder of his grandmother, who was stoned to death at the weekend.
The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has urged the Department of Education to prioritise comprehensive sexual education following an incident at Molautsi Secondary School in Blood River, Limpopo, where a Grade 10 student gave birth in the school's toilets.
In efforts to magnify the continuous crisis that is child and teenage pregnancy in South Africa, Amnesty International South Africa has launched a #ScanTheScar campaign and collaborated with Spotify along with Woman & Home and Bona magazines to reach a wide audience.
Hormonal changes in teenagers can lead to increased oil production, clogged pores, resulting in acne and breakouts.
Advice for parents on when, how, what to say and why it’s so important.
OPINION: Parents who take a back seat in raising their teenagers will do well to sit up and consider their responsibilities in raising ethical citizens who are protected and also safe for others to be around, writes Alison Scott.
A viral video of social media influencer Xoli Gcabashe, also known as 'miss xo,' advising women of all ages to strive for financial independence, rather than relying on sugar daddies for a lavish lifestyle, has sparked debate on social media.
Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga said scores of pregnant schoolgirls have written their exams in hospital.
Social media has created an array of tween trends, including the emergence of what’s been dubbed the “Sephora tween” phenomenon.
KwaZulu-Natal police have arrested three men for allegedly selling Schedule 5 medication to teenagers.
The group also emphasises the critical need for having an open dialogue and taking action in the face of the pervasive stigma and fear surrounding talking about teen suicide.
The report by the Department of Social Development showed that out of the 90,000 learners who gave birth, 25,238 were from KwaZulu-Natal, followed by the Eastern Cape with 12,529 learners giving birth, and Gauteng with 12,238 learners who delivered babies in health facilities.