South Africa must focus on its kids to meet UN development goals targets: South Africa needs to invest more in early childhood development. US Air Force/Staff Sgt. Debbie LockhartThere have been several vast improvements in the lives of South Africa’s children in recent years. Close to 90% of children now have access to electricity – up from 72% in 2003. About 12% of children … [Read more...] about South Africa must focus on its kids to meet UN development goals targets | The Conversation
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UJ hockey set their focus on USSA tournament
UJ hockey set their focus on USSA tournament: University of Johannesburg’s Andile Ndlovu, challenged here by UP-Tuks player Bradley Sherwood, will be a key member of the squad when they defend their University Sport South Africa men’s hockey title in Bloemfontein from July 2 to 6. Photo: Saspa The University of Johannesburg men’s team will not make the mistake … [Read more...] about UJ hockey set their focus on USSA tournament
South Africa’s reading crisis: focus on the root cause, not the peripherals | The Conversation
South Africa's reading crisis: focus on the root cause, not the peripherals: Reading is a crucial skill, and several strategies can help children improve their reading. Nana Kofi Acquah/ Capital PhotoNearly a quarter of a century into democracy, four presidents and several curricular revisions later, South Africa has made little headway in its reading crisis. Calling it a … [Read more...] about South Africa’s reading crisis: focus on the root cause, not the peripherals | The Conversation
New Radio and TV adverts for Plastics|SA focus on marine litter
New Radio and TV adverts for Plastics|SA focus on marine litter: Plastics|SA has released a series of new radio and television adverts in which it addresses the issue of plastics litter found in the marine environment. “Never before has the issue of plastics in our oceans received so much attention on a global scale. Plastics|SA, the umbrella organisation representing the … [Read more...] about New Radio and TV adverts for Plastics|SA focus on marine litter
The five priorities South Africa’s new administration should focus on | The Conversation
The five priorities South Africa's new administration should focus on: ShutterstockTimes of political transition bring turmoil and uncertainty. But if the country’s national security is not threatened, minds can focus on what an incoming administration should do to proceed with the business of governance. This should be in the minds of South Africans as the country navigates … [Read more...] about The five priorities South Africa’s new administration should focus on | The Conversation
