In recent years, South African universities have become stringent about academic staff engaging in professional development programs and qualifications and being appropriately qualified to facilitate teaching and learning, research portfolios,…
Making Diwali a public holiday would boost social cohesion
Indian South Africans celebrate Diwali or Deepavali (the festival of lights) in post-democratic South Africa with city-wide festivals and events, and a more significant presence and awareness of the festival…
Multilingualism: a key to combating bullying in South African schools
South African schooling needs dire help, and the need is not always financial. Amidst a call for teacher retrenchments because of budget deficits, South African schools are challenged with escalating…
Educate teachers and learners about the dangers of violence in all its forms
Recent media reports have highlighted several incidents of learner and teacher misconduct at public and private schools in South Africa. The descriptions of misconduct are many but are predominantly associated…
Knowledge for problem-solving, creativity in a competitive world
There is a growing realisation of the strength and value of developing the Stem (science, technology, engineering and maths) subjects and curriculum in Africa. Globally, it has been realised that…
Ways to build confidence in kids and help them feel secure
As we develop from childhood into adulthood, we often look back and realise the impact of various scenarios, circumstances and parenting styles that have helped shape our identities within our…
Do citizens need to problem solve collectively with municipalities to address poor service delivery?
After the May elections, South Africans hoped that the new government would kick off by solving some of the overwhelming problems we have been experiencing in recent years. The continual…
Considering studying abroad? The benefits can be lasting
In recent years, we have become accustomed to hearing about the brain drain and South Africans who attain skills and qualifications at home and then leave our country to earn…
Understanding the value of stokvels for women
South African women have constantly been challenged by both racial discrimination and gender prejudices in the workplace and formal economy. In lieu of Women’s Month, we acknowledge the multiple hurdles…
Only a small percentage of women can truly celebrate Women’s Day
Over the last decades, post the transformative democratic governance and progressive constitution that protects women’s rights and demands safety and respect for them, only a section of our society can truly…