March 28
South Africa: Call to Use Child Car Seats
In anticipation of the increase in traffic volumes this Easter long weekend, the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has called for an investment in child car seats and… Read more »
March 14
South Africa: Cabinet Welcomes AfCFTA Protocol On Women and Youth in Trade
Cabinet says it welcomes the African Union Assembly's adoption of key protocols and decisions affecting the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Concerned About Safety of Children
Cabinet has expressed concern about the safety of children following recent cases of child kidnappings in different parts of the country. Read more »
March 10
South Africa: Child of South African Woman in Senegalese Prison Comes Home
The Department of Social Development has successfully repariated a toddler who was being held in a Dakar prison in Senegal. Read more »
February 18
South Africa: Parents Urged to Give Consent for HPV Vaccine
Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, has appealed to parents, caregivers and legal guardians who have not yet signed the consent form to vaccinate young… Read more »
February 06
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Engages Youth Ahead of SONA
President Cyril Ramaphosa has held a pre-State of the Nation Address (SONA) engagement with young people at the Belhar Sports Complex in Cape Town. Read more »
February 05
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Engage With Youth
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to hold a Presidential Youth Engagement at the Belhar Sports Centre in Cape Town on Tuesday. Read more »
January 22
South Africa: Education Is the Most Powerful Weapon Against Poverty, Says President Ramaphosa
As the nation commemorates three decades of democracy this year, President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended the accomplishments of the class of 2023 matriculants, saying their success… Read more »
December 01, 2023
South Africa: South Africa Launches Global Alliance Chapter to End Aids In Children By 2030
Deputy President Paul Mashatile officially launched the South African Chapter of the Global Alliance to End AIDS in Children by 2030, led by his wife, Humile Mashatile. Read more »
November 13, 2023
South Africa: EC Notes Report On Child Malnutrition
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government says it has noted the South African Human Rights Commission's (SAHRC) report on Child Malnutrition and the Right to Food, which calls for… Read more »
September 24, 2023
South Africa: Mashatile to Address Youth Economic Council Gala Dinner
Deputy President Paul Mashatile is expected to deliver the keynote address at the South African Youth Economic Council's second annual business gala dinner to be held on Tuesday. Read more »
September 20, 2023
South Africa: NSFAS Collaborates With Government Agencies to Identify Unqualifying Students
Higher Education and Training Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande, says the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will continue its collaborative work with other government… Read more »
August 29, 2023
South Africa: Boys and Men Key in Fighting GBVF
South Africa's men and boys are a crucial part of combatting the scourge of violence against women and girls. Read more »
August 08, 2023
Africa: South Africa Records 207 Child Marriages in 2021 - Stats SA
South Africa recorded 207 child marriages in 2021, with 188 kids taken as brides. Read more »
South Africa: Chiloane Saddened By Two Learner Suicides
Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane, has expressed sadness over two reported learner suicides in the province. Read more »
South Africa: Health Skills Development Programme to Empower KZN Youth
The youth of uMshwathi Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal are set to benefit from the Hub of Hope - a health and skills development programme for youngsters in Gcumisa and… Read more »
July 27, 2023
South Africa: Narysec Application Deadline Extended
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) has encouraged young people in rural areas, who want to participate in the National Rural Youth Service… Read more »
South Africa: Collaborative Effort Can Help Tackle Youth Unemployment
Minister of Employment and Labour Thulas Nxesi says if all spheres of government work together, unemployment - particularly that of the youth - can be tackled and reduced. Read more »
July 20, 2023
South Africa: Life Sentence for Former KZN School Principal
Investigations by the Vryheid Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit (FCS) secured a life imprisonment sentence for a 39-year-old former high school principal… Read more »
June 27, 2023
South Africa: Youth Encouraged to Get Involved in Water, Sanitation Sector
Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has implored South African youth to contribute innovative ideas in the water and sanitation sector. Read more »
June 21, 2023
South Africa: SA Strengthens Efforts to End Aids Among Children By 2030
South Africa is sharpening up its HIV prevention efforts by focusing on pregnant and breastfeeding women, children and adolescents as part of the Global Alliance to End AIDS in… Read more »
South Africa: Skills Centre a Beacon of Hope for Ugu District Youth
The youth from Ugu District Municipality in the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, will no longer have to travel long distances to access the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed in… Read more »
South Africa: Government Brings Tourism Opportunities to Young People
The Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Department of Small Business Development and the Free State Department of Economic Development will host a community engagement… Read more »
June 19, 2023
South Africa: Pandemic Had an Impact on Learning in Schools - Education Minister
Department of Basic Education (DBE) Minister Angie Motshekga says learning losses – or losses in schooling hours – as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic seriously… Read more »
June 13, 2023
South Africa: Presidential Youth Employment Intervention Making 'Significant Progress'
The Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI) has, since 2020, made "significant progress" in tackling the challenge of transitioning youth from learning to earning. Read more »