Refugees are living in four rooms at this old school in Bronkhorstpruit, Gauteng, after being evicted from the outside of the UNHCR offices in Pretoria last week. Photos: Kimberly Mutandiro A group of refugees who were evicted from outside the Pretoria offices of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) last Friday, have moved into an old school building in … [Read more...] about Refugees evicted from UNHCR offices find shelter in an old school
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Makhanda literacy project shows dramatic results
The “Whistle Stop School” is helping children learn to read and beat the depressing national averages. Photos: Lucas Nowicki A partnership between an education organisation and a primary school in Makhanda, Eastern Cape, is showing dramatic results teaching children to read. The “Whistle Stop School” run by community organisation GADRA pulls learners out of class in St Mary’s … [Read more...] about Makhanda literacy project shows dramatic results
Fulfilling democracy’s promise
President Cyril Ramaphosa says while many gains have been made since 1994, much more still needs to be done to realise the promises made at the dawn of democracy.“On Freedom Day, we recall great progress that has been made in nearly three decades of democracy, but we also acknowledge that so much of the promise of 1994 still needs to be realised,” President Ramaphosa … [Read more...] about Fulfilling democracy’s promise
Do Supplements Actually Help Dogs?
First posted at: https://camelus.co.za/blogs/camelus-blog/do-supplements-actually-help-dogsPosted by Camelus Grondstowwe on April 27, 2023The information provided in this blog post is intended for informational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health condition in animals. It is not intended to replace professional veterinary advice … [Read more...] about Do Supplements Actually Help Dogs?
Freedom not meaningful without social progress, says President Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa says freedom cannot be meaningful when the broader society faces a slew of social ills, including unemployment and inequality.Addressing the 2023 Freedom Day celebrations in Klerksdorp, North West, the President said many more gains stand to be realised to give true meaning to the concept of freedom. “Freedom cannot be meaningful while communities live … [Read more...] about Freedom not meaningful without social progress, says President Ramaphosa
