UPSKILL
UPSKILL
Playlist by UPSKILLUpSkill is a conversational SABC education program on trufm that is a 2 part show. With Teen-Zone Seeks to bring forth and highlight matters that teen adolescents find themselves in as well as be solu…52 clip(s) in playlist
The Role of Educators in Our Lives
Today is International Women’s Day, and this is observed globally every year on March 8th. It is celebrated to recognize the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. For Educator Support today we celebrated the role of educators in our lives. Educators are the backbone of s…
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Educators Shaping Informed Voters
As South Africa prepares for another election season, the spotlight turns to our schools and universities. It is said that young people who vote for the first time are more likely to become lifelong voters, making the role of educators critical in nurturing a culture of participation and democracy.…
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Tech-Driven Town Halls for Hosting Virtual Dialogues
In conversation with Mr Molatelo Racheku and we're exploring how technology is transforming public participation through virtual town halls and online dialogues with our local councilors. According to Civic Tech South Africa, virtual town halls have increased transparency and responsiveness in muni…
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Digital Democracy - Reshaping Citizen Engagement in Local Government
Exploring how digital tools are transforming the way we engage with local government. As we embrace the digital age, it’s vital to understand how technology is reshaping democracy at the local level. Digital democracy is not just a buzzword - it’s about making local government more accessible, tran…
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STEM Education for Girls
Despite STEM being fundamental to sustainable development, women and girls remain underrepresented and they continue to face barriers that limit their participation in these fields – from gender stereotypes to limited access to quality education. Promoting STEM education for girls can help bridge t…
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Addressing Learning Barriers in the Classroom
Research shows varied barriers that make learning challenging for many children - from disabilities and language, to trauma, poverty, and overcrowding. Early intervention, inclusive policies, universal design for learning, and strong multi-sectoral partnerships are all proven to help. We look at ho…
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A Tech Story - Information Technology
In conversation with a coder who spent nine years unemployed, with an Information Technology Diploma, and he shared his unconventional tech story. He was guided by his principle of “fail fast, fail forward,” and continued to build sustainable, scalable solutions alongside experienced collaborators.…
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Loss of Self
In conversation with Dr. Better, a Psychologist about loss of self - often why we fail to communicate and set boundaries, why we hold on to beliefs that no longer serve us, why we struggle in relationships, why we are overwhelmed or scared to make decisions. He unpacks this as it is one of the most…
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Adolescent Pregnancy
There has been a concerning number of young girls entering motherhood and they placed the Eastern Cape among the provinces with high adolescent birth counts nationally. The statistics reflect a persistent and high prevalence of adolescent pregnancy in the Eastern Cape, affecting both very young gir…
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Medical Laboratory Sciences
Discussing all thing Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) with Sinalo Nyukwana, a Medical Lab Scientist.
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