Active citizens for better schooling: what Kenya's history can teach South Africa: The idea of "Harambee" - self-help - was central to Jomo Kenyatta's thinking and politics. bootbearwdc/Flickr, CC BY-ND“Weak governance” is a popular scapegoat for the poor results achieved by South Africa’s education system. And there is no doubt that many aspects of how the … [Read more...] about Active citizens for better schooling: what Kenya’s history can teach South Africa | The Conversation
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Politics in schools? Yes, if we want children to be active citizens | The Conversation
Politics in schools? Yes, if we want children to be active citizens: Children have the right to express their opinions and be heard. Joseph Sohm/Shutterstock.comThe rights of children have come under the spotlight in South Africa recently. Corporal punishment, which has been banned in the country’s schools since 1996, is now also illegal in the home. This latest ruling was … [Read more...] about Politics in schools? Yes, if we want children to be active citizens | The Conversation
The SDGs won’t be met without active citizens fortified with new knowledge | The Conversation
The SDGs won't be met without active citizens fortified with new knowledge: Activists protest against South Africa's proposed nuclear deal. EPA/Nic Bothma Outside a courthouse in Cape Town in South Africa demonstrators performed a short skit to draw attention to the dangers of a “secret nuclear deal” that could cost the country more than a trillion rand and indebt citizens … [Read more...] about The SDGs won’t be met without active citizens fortified with new knowledge | The Conversation
The best way South Africans can honour Mandela is by being active citizens | The Conversation
The best way South Africans can honour Mandela is by being active citizens: Reuters/Mike HutchingsAs one of the iconic leaders of the 20th century, Nelson Mandela fought for democracy, justice, peace and reconciliation. He showed the world what it meant to live a life in the service of others. In his own unique way, Mandela helped to restore the … [Read more...] about The best way South Africans can honour Mandela is by being active citizens | The Conversation
How can I manage ADHD with exercise if I’m not naturally active?
How can I manage ADHD with exercise if I’m not naturally active?: Research suggests exercise helps with the management of ADHD symptoms.1 But if you’re not naturally active, it can be tough to exercise regularly – and enjoy it. Exercising can improve focus and help reduce symptoms of ADHD, as well as the symptoms of comorbidities, like anxiety, depression, low energy and … [Read more...] about How can I manage ADHD with exercise if I’m not naturally active?
