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President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers the state of the nation address.  (GCIS)

When young people hear Sona, we hear echo of promises

For many, Sona feels less like a turning point and more like a reminder of how far removed political speeches are from daily life

Panyaza Lesufi was re-elected Gauteng premier last week and it is widely assumed that his cabinet will include a mix of ANC and DA politicians. Photos: Sharon Seretlo and Fani Mahuntsi/Gallo Images

Gauteng’s vulnerable thrown to the wolves, say NGOs

The Gauteng social development department has cut funding to NGOs, leaving many without support

Graphic: John McCann/M&G

OPINION | Taking on our land’s mental health challenges – and winning

Acceptability, access and affordability are the issues that need to be tackled to effect a major improvement across the nation.

Intelligence-driven operations in Cape Town’s suburbs have led to wanted suspects being arrested and illegal drugs confiscated in a pre-festive season police clampdown.

Cape Town police confiscate illegal drugs in pre-holiday crackdown

Drug abuse trends upward during the festive season

Not enough: It seems that the regular salary is not enough for young South Africans. Many turn to side hustles to make ends meet.

Mind the toxic workplace

While people are taking mental health more seriously, the commodification of workers can turn a job into a toxic space that depletes more than it uplifts

Street life: Racing with a shopping trolley provides an all-too-rare moment of fun for the at-risk children of Mahikeng. Photos: Delwyn Verasamy

State fails at-risk children as R55m orphanage stands empty

Boikagong Centre in Mahikeng has been closed for almost two years because it did not meet safety requirements. The discarded children say they want a safe place to learn, but…

Former police minister Bheki Cele. (Paul Botes)

Drugs and alcohol abuse rage in crime stats

Substance abuse has emerged as a reason for the spike in crimes during the first quarter of 2021.

Young people’s digital fluency and ambition make them vulnerable to crime. Photo: Reuters

Youth mythbusters needed to curb the viral threat to public health communications

Because most fake news is spread on social media where young people feel comfortable, the government should ask for their help

A 2020 study found that the cost incurred by provincial and national governments from alcohol abuse was R17 billion

Eusebius McKaiser: Why a total ban on selling alcohol is irrational

At the heart of the body’s challenge of the lockdown alcohol sales ban, is the question of whether a total ban achieves the purpose of flattening the coronavirus curve

There are organisations dedicated to manufacturing and supplying free sanitary towels to female learners who are unable to afford them

​Restoring dignity: a case of social development

Packs handed out at schools help to ease the stress of attaining a good matric pass

They suffer the cruelty of our care

SA society continues to betray traumatised young women who spiral into a life of drugs and abuse.

In Makhado, the cat’s in the cradle

‘Cat’ or ‘intash’ joins tik and nyaope in the playground as dealers target bored children.

When people, especially teenagers, see alcohol linked to themes of confidence or belonging, they’re not just seeing ads, they’re seeing identities. Photo: File

Govt eyes overhaul of alcohol industry

If the government gets its way, the alcohol industry could be in for a massive overhaul.

North West to hold hearings on substance abuse

The North West legislature will hold public hearings on two Bills for the prevention and treatment of substance abuse later this month.