On January 24 and 25,  the South African (SA) government delegation met with the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) to report on progress towards the realisation of children's rights.

Yet despite SA being one of the first countries to enshrine children's rights directly in the Constitution, key challenges remain including significant gaps between the bold vision outlined in our laws and policies and the delivery of services for children on the ground.

In times of stress, children and children's services are all too often forced to pay the price. The Children's Institute at the University of Cape Town is one out five concerned organisations regarding the impact the cuts have on children's health.

The Institute's Communication and Education Specialist, Lori Lake spoke to Aurelie Kalenga...

On January 24 and 25,  the South African (SA) government delegation met with the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) to report on progress towards the realisation of children's rights.
Yet despite SA being one of the first countries to enshrine children's rights directly in the Constitution, key challenges remain including significant gaps between the bold vision outlined in our laws and policies and the delivery of services for children on the ground.
In times of stress, children and children's services are all too often forced to pay the price. The Children's Institute at the University of Cape Town is one out five concerned organisations regarding the impact the cuts have on children's health.
The Institute's Communication and Education Specialist, Lori Lake spoke to Aurelie Kalenga...

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"Key challenges remain regarding children's rights in SA despite progressive constitution"

The South African Christian Ministers Council ( SACMIC) says it is high time that Africa move past the stereotype that is a conflict ridden continent. The organisation's reaction follows  post election violence which has plagued the country since the October disputed elections in that country.  The country is also facing another hurdle following the escape of over 1500 dangerous prisoners from Maximum security prison. Sisi Segalo compiled the following report..

The South African Christian Ministers Council ( SACMIC) says it is high time that Africa move past the stereotype that is a conflict ridden continent. The organisation's reaction follows &nbsp;post election violence which has plagued the country since the October disputed elections in that country. &nbsp;The country is also facing another hurdle following the escape of over 1500 dangerous prisoners from Maximum security prison. Sisi Segalo compiled the following report..

It is high time that Africa move past the stereotype that is a conflict ridden continent:SACMIC

On the 'Rise and Shine' segment of the show called the roundup wrap resident analyst, Mighti Jamie, discusses some of the stories highlighted earlier as well as throw forward to the week ahead.

On the 'Rise and Shine' segment of the show called the roundup wrap resident analyst, Mighti Jamie, discusses some of the stories highlighted earlier as well as throw forward to the week ahead.

Round Up wrap with political analyst Mighti Jamie

The issue of illegal mining, often referred to as "zama zama" activity, has resurfaced as a pressing concern in South Africa. This follows intensified efforts by authorities to address the problem by compelling illegal miners to come to the surface, amid ongoing and often tense stand-offs. The issue highlights broader challenges tied to abandoned and disused mines across the country. Adding to the controversy, the Benchmark Foundation-a South African-based global corporate responsibility watchdog-has raised serious questions about the management and allocation of the estimated R50 billion mine closure fund. This fund, intended to rehabilitate abandoned mining sites and ensure environmental and community safety, has come under scrutiny for its lack of transparency and apparent ineffectiveness. To talk about the state of disused mines and the implications for communities and the environment, Peter Ndoro spoke to researcher at the Benchmark Foundation, David van Wyk, who offers insights into this critical issue.

The issue of illegal mining, often referred to as "zama zama" activity, has resurfaced as a pressing concern in South Africa. This follows intensified efforts by authorities to address the problem by compelling illegal miners to come to the surface, amid ongoing and often tense stand-offs. The issue highlights broader challenges tied to abandoned and disused mines across the country. Adding to the controversy, the Benchmark Foundation-a South African-based global corporate responsibility watchdog-has raised serious questions about the management and allocation of the estimated R50 billion mine closure fund. This fund, intended to rehabilitate abandoned mining sites and ensure environmental and community safety, has come under scrutiny for its lack of transparency and apparent ineffectiveness. To talk about the state of disused mines and the implications for communities and the environment, Peter Ndoro spoke to researcher at the Benchmark Foundation, David van Wyk, who offers insights into this critical issue.

"Key challenges remain regarding children's rights in SA despite progressive constitution"

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