It's time now for the discourse - and today we're marking the International Day of Play, a global initiative recognised by the United Nations, first celebrated in 2024, to highlight the importance of play as a fundamental part of every child's learning, development, and wellbeing. The day serves as a reminder that play is not a luxury, but a right that helps children build creativity, resilience, and essential life skills.From South Africa to communities across the African continent and beyond, millions of children continue to face barriers such as poverty, unsafe environments, and inequality that limit their ability to simply be children.  Tsepiso Makwetla spoke Megan Briede, Director of Programmes at Save the Children South Africa.

<p>It's time now for the discourse - and today we're marking the International Day of Play, a global initiative recognised by the United Nations, first celebrated in 2024, to highlight the importance of play as a fundamental part of every child's learning, development, and wellbeing. The day serves as a reminder that play is not a luxury, but a right that helps children build creativity, resilience, and essential life skills.From South Africa to communities across the African continent and beyond, millions of children continue to face barriers such as poverty, unsafe environments, and inequality that limit their ability to simply be children. &nbsp;Tsepiso Makwetla spoke Megan Briede, Director of Programmes at Save the Children South Africa.</p>