For many young people who completed their Matric in 2025 and find themselves at home without a clear direction, or whose planned gap year has lost its appeal, the next few months offer the opportunity of a powerful turning point. With mid-year registrations now opening at leading private university campuses, there is a practical way […]
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A convergence of biological, societal and economic factors is placing South Africa’s adolescents at higher risk of suicide, yet many adults may not be in tune with the signs of mental health crises in today’s younger generation. Psychiatrist Dr Abongile Makuluma, who practises at Netcare Akeso Milnerton, unpacks the pressures young people are facing in
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Now that the school year is well underway, there has been space to reflect on the quiet power of its beginning. The still-shiny polish of new shoes. The crisp feel of a new uniform. The flutter of nerves mixed with excitement as learners walk through the school gate – moments full of hope and possibility.
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The real deal of university has started to hit as lectures ramp up and assignments pile on. With no one chasing them to class, students will now suddenly be fully in charge of their own time, money, meals and headspace. “That buzz from O Week – the tours, the icebreakers, the promises of epic varsity
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With all the start-of-the-year activities, ceremonies and celebrations now out of the way, the serious business of the Matric Class of 2026’s journey toward their final exams has now arrived. This year can feel overwhelming, not just for students but for parents too, who often feel as though they are writing matric alongside their children.
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The cooler months are accompanied by cold and flu germs, which is why it’s important for parents and caregivers to boost the immune systems of little ones. One of the best ways to do this is through diet, and Laager Tea4Kidz Rooibos partner dietitian, Mbali Mapholi, has shared some great tips and recipes for immune
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South African children are in trouble. They’re moving less, playing less, and spending more time in front of screens than ever before and the consequences are showing. In response to this growing crisis, Toys R Us has declared 26 July as National Play Day, calling on families across the country to stop, reconnect, and prioritise
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In February this year, South African news outlets shared heartbreaking reports of a 14-year-old in Cape Town who allegedly died by suicide after being bullied. The news came just two months after two grade 10 learners in Limpopo tragically took their own lives after receiving disappointing exam results. Sadly, these are not isolated incidents. According
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Menstruation is a normal, natural and essential part of being a woman – but in South Africa, it is a reality that is still surrounded by stigma, shame and silence. Signs of progress are emerging, but the journey toward meaningful change is far from over. With the release of the results of the second annual
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Poor sleep in teens can mimic the symptoms of ADHD, which is why sleep history should be considered before a diagnosis is reached, says Dr Alison Bentley, medical doctor at Restonic Ezintsha Sleep Clinic. Dr Bentley was speaking at a recent fireside chat hosted by Education Incorporated Private School and its principal, Gershom Aitchison, in partnership with
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