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Disability Rights in Crisis: Lessons from the Recent Strike Actions
Akona Zibonti
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07 Oct, 2025

The recent march to the Union Buildings by disability rights activists including students from eFata School for the Deaf in Mthatha should make every South African stop and think. These young people weren’t just protesting; they were demanding to be seen, heard, and respected.

Mental Health Stigma Ends With Us
Nokulunga Ntimane & Mildred Shabangu
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06 Oct, 2025

For too long, stigma has silenced conversations about mental health. In many of our communities, people living with mental health challenges are often left without the support they need. But change is possible. By breaking the silence, embracing wellness, and amplifying personal stories, we can begin to build communities of care.

Breaking the Silence: Lessons from Agisanang Domestic Abuse Prevention and Training (ADAPT)
Amogelang Tabane
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21 Jul, 2025

In the heart of Alexandra Township, one of the most densely populated and oldest townships in South Africa, located near Sandton in Johannesburg. I had the opportunity to serve at Agisanang Domestic Abuse Prevention and Training (ADAPT) a non-profit organisation at the forefront of the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) in Southern Africa.

From Dialogue to Impact: My Journey as a FLAC Fellow at LoveLife
Asemahle Sigwinta
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21 Jul, 2025

What happens when young people are given the tools, space, and support to lead? Magic. Real change. Empowerment. And I’m living proof of that. As a FLAC Fellow under the Soul City Institute, I’ve been placed at LoveLife NGO in Mthatha and my journey so far has been nothing short of transformative.

Centering Youth Voices in Policy: A Reflection on the UNFPA YAP Policy Review
Makhosemvelo Mthembu
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08 Jul, 2025

Last Month, I had the opportunity to participate in the UNFPA Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) policy review session. This space brought together passionate young advocates, policymakers, and civil society partners to reimagine what it means to include youth in decision-making meaningfully.

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