“I never had a problem with being disabled. I never thought that it’ll be a challenge, until I experienced the outside world, going into unknown spaces,” says 18-year-old Aphelele Rangula about her cerebral palsy. By Yaseen Bardien – GroundUp Rangula was born able-bodied, but at the age of four, her life took a dramatic turn. […]
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Social Development Deputy Minister Ganief Hendricks said the inclusion of persons with disabilities must be taken more seriously. Hendricks spoke in Umhlanga on Tuesday at the handover of a report on a draft policy for the Social Development Services to Persons with Disabilities. “We must in our service delivery ensure their full participation in society
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The Durban University of Technology (DUT) has consistently demonstrated its commitment to supporting students living with disabilities and fostering inclusivity and diversity within the university community. The Disability Rights Unit (DRU) recently hosted an online orientation programme specifically designed for students living with disabilities from both Durban and Pietermaritzburg campuses, ensuring equal access and participation
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Kabelo Motaphi Kekana, a first-year law student at the University of the Witwatersrand, is demonstrating that disability is no barrier to success. Wits University News As South Africa’s top-performing matric student with special education needs last year, he reflects on his achievements: “At first, I didn’t expect it, but my friends and family believed in
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Thanks to the global tech revolution, support for people with disabilities has expanded exponentially in recent years. Now, more than ever, the potential for a truly equitable society is within reach. Samantha Herbst – Wits Disability Right Unit Since its establishment in 1986, the Disability Rights Unit (DRU) at Wits University has committed to creating
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The Department of Social Development calls on people living with disabilities to utilise services offered to support individuals and families at Kopanong Center. Itumeleng Modiba – Soweto Urban As the world strives for greater inclusivity, disability awareness remains a crucial aspect of promoting equality and social justice. The Department of Social Development (DSD) cluster office
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Swimmers from Joburg’s Mandeville Para Swimming Club had another good year at the Midmar Mile. The Midmar Mile is held annually at a dam near Howick in the KZN midlands and is, arguably, the world’s biggest open water swim, attracting top competitors from around the planet, including the two-time Olympic gold medalist and current Olympic
By Niémah Davids – UCT News A research study led by the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Including Disability in Education in Africa (IDEA), which explored how blind and visually impaired South Africans experienced casting their ballot during the 2024 general elections, has revealed there’s much work to be done to adequately accommodate their special
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Miss SA Mia le Roux has launched a programme to empower individuals living with disabilities by offering them opportunities for education and skills development. By Modiegi Mashamaite – The SowetanLive “When I was crowned Miss SA last year, I dedicated myself to being a voice for those who, like me, have experienced the challenges of
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Going to university after finishing matric can be a scary shift of change, especially for students living with disabilities. But not for top achiever, Kananelo Raleting, who recently enrolled for Information Technology (IT) at the Central University of Technology (CUT). Clement Matroos – Bloemfontein Courant Raleting was diagnosed with cerebral palsy from an early age
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