Opinion
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF DEDICATION: THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT’S LEGACY AND IMPACT
Precious Mupenzi As we celebrate Social Development Month this October, it is vital to recognise the transformative role of the Department of ...EXAMINING THE RISKS OF ZERO-ALCOHOL BEVERAGES ON CHILDREN IN SOUTH AFRICA
By Lumka Oliphant As the country observes World No Alcohol Day and Minister of Social Development Ms. Sisisi Tolashe calling on South ...EMBRACING THE CALL TO SERVE: REFLECTIONS ON PUBLIC SERVICE MONTH
By Precious Mupenzi As September marks Public Service Month, we are invited to reflect on our roles as public servants and the ...THE MATERNITY SUPPORT GRANT IS A GOVERNMENT INITIATIVE
By Lumka Oliphant Government officials remain committed to realising the vision of social assistance articulated by former President Nelson Mandela, navigating significant ...THE BRAVE AND FREE ALCHEMIST: MEET LUMKA OLIPHANT, ACTING DDG CORPORATE SUPPORT SERVICES
By Cuma Pantshwa Lumka Oliphant credits her childhood, filled with love and positive affirmations, as the foundation of her success. Growing up ...A THIRD CHILD I NEVER KNEW EXISTED
By Lumka Oliphant Lumka Oliphant, a senior manager at the Department of Social Development, discovered through a government system demonstration that there ...TO VOTE OR NOT TO VOTE: THE YOUTH SPEAKS OUT
By Nomfundo Xulu-Lentsoane As South Africa’s elections on 29 May 2024 draw near, youth voices are becoming increasingly prominent, showcasing a mix ...CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF DEMOCRACY: REFLECTING ON CHILD PROTECTION IN SOUTH AFRICA
By Precious Mupenzi South Africa marks three decades of democracy with commendable advancements in child protection services, underpinned by robust policies prioritising ...CELEBRATING AFRICA: REFLECTIONS ON UNITY, PROGRESS, AND INCLUSION
By Morapedi Sibeko Africa Month, observed in May, commemorates the founding of the Organisation of African Unity in 1963, highlighting the continent’s ...GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE CONTINUES UNABATED: A CALL TO ACTION DURING FREEDOM MONTH
By Precious Mupenzi Despite legislative efforts, gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide persist, undermining women’s rights to safety and life. Recent cases, including ...