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Parent Mental Health: Understanding the Challenges and Finding Balance
April ThemeParenting is one of the most rewarding yet demanding roles in life. From sleepless nights with newborns to the emotional rollercoaster of raising teenagers, the mental health of parents is often overlooked. While parents focus on providing love, care, and stability for their children, they may neglect their own emotional and psychological well-being. This can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and even burnout. Prioritizing parental mental health is not only essential for individual well-being but also for fostering a healthy and supportive environment for children. Understanding the Mental Health Challenges of Parents 1. Constant Stress and Anxiety Parents
From Cradle to Classroom: Unlocking Your Child’s Full Potential
April ThemeBy Athini Rathebe
Media, Marketing, Advocacy and Events Officer HOPE worldwide South Africa
Parenting plays a crucial role in shaping a child’s future long
Bana Pele Leadership Summit – Cross-sectoral commitment to the 2030 ECD Roadmap to universal access in South Africa
On March 17th , 2025, South Africa’s leaders from government, business, and the early childhood learning sector gathered at the Bana Pele Leadership Summit to develop a ECD roadmap to universal access by 2030. The event was co-convened by the Minister of Basic Education, Ms. Siviwe Gwarube and Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA). The Summit resulted in concrete commitments to strengthen public-private partnerships through social compacts, increase sector resourcing, and ensure that every child in South Africa receives a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Mr Cyril Ramaphosa His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered the keynote address emphasising the urgency of this mission:
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