A well determined writer who is passionate about changing the youth’s perspective on literature, has recently published her very first novel titled ‘Beyond Hopes and Dreams,’ which encourages the youth to take matters into their own hands regardless of one’s background or social status. Refilwe Matlhoko is a LLB Graduate...
“In the global push to stop gender-based violence, men need to join forces with women to end violence by men against women and children”, says Dr John Kani, the Special Ambassador of the Market Theatre Foundation. Dr Kani calls on male artists and celebrities from the theatre, radio and television...
Leaving a doctor’s appointment with a diagnosis is a stressful ordeal one could go through; more especially when the doctors tell you that you have a chronic disease and less than a year to live. The pain of knowing you have limited time on earth can cause confusion and depression...
The morning of the 17th of August saw women from all walks of life coming together under one roof to celebrate each other. Although what brought them together was a delicious breakfast prepared and served by the amazing women from the children’s home, the main aim of the event was...
The nationwide debate on affordability of sanitary pads has been ongoing for the longest time and even given birth to the hashtag #IfCondomsAreFreePadsShouldBeToo. Many have also made striking remarks such as “Sex is a choice, menstruation isn’t!”. These were said to shine the light on the fact that many girls,...
Obtaining a qualification after years of studying is every student’s dream and so is having more than one qualification, particularly for the reason that majority of jobs require the qualifications designed by them. However, for some students, financial reasons may become a barrier between employment and their qualification. After completing...
Menstruation; although a biological function experienced by half the world’s population, still has a stigma around it that is often exemplified by a number of euphemisms i.e “that time of the month,” “period,” “Aunt Flo,” and many more. Studies have shown that not enough conversation takes place globally around menstruation,...
In many African homes, speaking about issues such as divorce is considered taboo. Often times, a woman would rather stay in a loveless marriage than opt for a divorce….. resulting in a situation that may lead to severe depression. Providing a safe platform, where women from all walks of life...
In a society where women are often pressured to have doll-like features and flawless skin, for them to be considered ‘attractive’ and ‘sexy’, a group of young women (who understand the insecurities that come with changes in their bodies after giving birth) have decided to celebrate their perfect imperfections in...
Sports and recreational activities continue to play a major role in keeping the youth off the streets, by giving them something productive to focus on, especially in a world ridden with drugs and crime. Linking the universal passion for football with youth empowerment is young social entrepreneur and founder of...