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UNICEF South Africa, there for every child

We work to promote the rights of every child. Learn how we are supporting children to reach their full potential.

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Volunteer club recruits record number of change-makers

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13 May 2022

Mamelodi youth to get entrepreneurial skills boost through launch of Mamelodi Business Hub

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Children in KwaZulu-Natal need your help

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Adding fun to classrooms for improved learning

Powerful Learning Around You (PLAY) ECD training course aims to enhance capacity of ECD and foundation phase educators to facilitate learning through play.

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Helping young scientists reach their potential

UNICEF and Future Africa Institute promote youth mentorship and skills development through the Youth Empowerment and Health/Economic programme

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20 April 2022

Children's lives and rights at risk due to KwaZulu-Natal floods

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Recent publications and resources

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COVID-19 situation reports - 2022

A snapshot of current needs and response

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Baseline report on diet and physical activity

Study on diet and physical activity amongst youths and adolescents for non-communicable diseases prevention

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Budget brief series 2021

Budget allocation and spending on children in South Africa

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Risk-adjusted strategy to school closure/opening in SA

Promising practices on keeping schools safe during COVID-19 – ESARO Learning series

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Psychological First Aid for children, adolescents & families

A guide for first responders

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Talking about vaccines - A guide for healthcare workers

Communicating with your community about the COVID-19 vaccination

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Recent blogs

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Blog post
Volunteer club recruits record number of change-makers

North West University campus club launch day in Mafikeng

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Children in KwaZulu-Natal need your help

Support our flood relief efforts #ForEveryChild

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The importance of Tippy Taps within our communities

Volunteers in KwaZulu-Natal reach out to schools and health facilities in their communities.

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Performing arts as foundation for youth empowerment

A young Hong Kong dancer's reflections on South African arts NGOs

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Every child deserves a fair chance in life. Join us in making an impact on the lives of the most vulnerable children in South Africa.

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We forge alliances to improve the mechanisms of development assistance and leverages resources for the benefit of children and women.

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Ambassadors and advocates

UNICEF’s celebrities have a wide range of talents and achievements, but they all share a commitment to improving the lives of children in South Africa

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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

The latest COVID-19 news and resources, as well as tips on protecting you and your family from the virus.

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