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. What we do One Love, One Heart Join UNICEF in doing whatever it takes to save and protect the world’s most vulnerable children. Donate now Recent news and stories UNICEF South Africa/2020 Press release 23 July 2020 UNICEF launches ‘Tippy Tap’ challenge to mobilise young people against surging COVID-19 cases Visit the page Press release 23 July 2020 The United States Government supports UNICEF to build handwashing stations Visit the page Press release 15 July 2020 ‘Generation Unlimited’ expands digital learning and work skills opportunities for young people in South Africa Visit the page Article UNICEF South Africa’s CEO Network wins 2020 Inspire Award Recognising the CEO Network’s impact in mobilising support for children’s rights. Read the story In other news Thank you O Canada! Empowering women and girls to realise their sexual and reproductive health rights in South Africa Read now Photo Essay Time fathers spend with their children really matters Inspiring stories of two fathers doing their best to bring up happy and healthy children. See the story Load more items Recent publications and resources Page Tips and guidance for early learning at home Playful learning activities and resources for parents of young children up to 5 years. Visit the page Page Tips and guidance for children’s learning at home from Gr R Activities and resources to keep children from Grade R to 9 learning and developing while not in school. Visit the page Link Breast-feeding gives children their best start in life OpEd by UNICEF South Africa, Nutrition Specialist, Gilbert Tshitaudzi and Chief of Health Mariame Sylla on Breastfeeding Week. Visit the site Report Child poverty in South Africa - summary A multiple overlapping deprivation analysis See the full report Load more items Recent blogs Blog post Online donations - Where is my money going? Humanitarian organizations rely on online donations to effect change, but that is not enough. The call to action must include information and compassion. Read the story Blog post What being a UNICEF Volunteer means to me Blog post by UNICEF Volunteer, Denise Van Heerden Read the story Campaign One Love, One Heart Join UNICEF in doing whatever it takes to save and protect the world’s most vulnerable children. Get the details Blog post Let’s reimagine a better South Africa this Mandela Month This Mandela Month, UNICEF SA’s #Pledge-67 campaign is honouring Madiba’s legacy in the fight against the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the story Load more items More UNICEF to explore Page Take action 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. Visit the page Page Partners We forge alliances to improve the mechanisms of development assistance and leverages resources for the benefit of children and women. Visit the page Job_icon Goodwill ambassador 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 Visit the page Page About us As a global child rights organisation working in 190 countries and territories, we are a leading advocate for children and their families in South Africa. Visit the page
