The Men’s Fireside Conversations is an event premised on the African methodology of passing wisdom from one generation to the next around a fireplace, mostly through teachings and folklore from elders. Maintaining the closely-knit family fabric, which became part of the broader community tapestry upon which society’s moral code was formed, was the outcome of […]
as the delegation from DSD travels to fetch a 5-year-old child born in a Mauritian prison after the mother was arrested for drug trafficking, we explore how children in correctional centres are protected.
The Men’s Fireside Conversations is an event premised on the African methodology of passing wisdom from one generation to the next around a fireplace, mostly through teachings and folklore from elders. Maintaining the closely-knit family fabric, which became part of the broader community tapestry upon which society’s moral code was formed, was the outcome of […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the nation on food poisoning
Nov 2024
Description: President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the nation on government’s response to the recurring instances of foodborne illnesses which have claimed the lives of children. #GovZAupdates #LeaveNoOneBehind #ServiceDeliveryZA
A Limpopo mother and her daughter who was living in the Netherlands were separated for over 20 years. Although the mom opted to give her up for adoption, they've now been reunited. Social worker Ndivuhwo Randela elaborates.
International Adoption Day Interview with Kireleng Motsamai
Nov 2024
When Minister Sisisi Tolashe took office, she committed to strengthening families. Part of the work, the department of social development is tasked with, is to build resilient families where children can grow in a safe and loving environment. The white paper on families recognises all types of families, including adoptive families.
Role of social development in dealing with societal ills
Nov 2024
South African communities face some of the toughest social challenges. These range from indigent households, substance abuse, teenage pregnancies, GBV child abuse and many others. Last month, Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe said the department is expediting the process to employ about 55, 000 social workers amid a dire shortage. The department's deputy minister Ganief Hendricks unpacks the role of social workers at grassroots levels.
The National Association of Child Care Workers is taking a unique approach to engage children during South African Child Protection Week. It’s using mapping in its programmes to empower children to visually express their experiences of being safe. For more details on this #eNCA speaks to Nontobeko Mlambo, a project coordinator at the National Association […]
Budget Vote 19: The social security program and its reforms
May 2023
Covid 19 forced government to introduce the Social Relief of Distress Grant of R350 in 2020. It has since been extended until March 2024. Mr Anthony Makwiramiti updates us on the outlook of the social security program and its reforms.
BUDGET VOTE 19: Support for NPOs in the social development sector
14:59 May 2023
The department invests R8 billion to support NPOs in the social development sector, DDG for community development, Mr Peter Netshipale joins Ms Lumka Oliphant to outlines challenges the department has with the NPO sector.
BUDGET VOTE 19: Support for NPOs in the social development sector
14:59 May 2023
The department invests R8 billion to support NPOs in the social development sector, DDG for community development, Mr Peter Netshipale joins Ms Lumka Oliphant to outlines challenges the department has with the NPO sector.
Speaking on the sideline of the Budget Vote 19 in Cape Town, Ms Lumka Oliphant, Chief Director Communication, speaks to DSD branch heads to outline the plans, successes of the Department. Khumbula Ndaba: DDG Corporate Support Services speaks on the absorption of social workers
