UNICEF South Africa

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Johannes Wedenig (left), UNICEF South Africa Representative, and Malibongwe Dhlodhlo (right), UNICEF young volunteer, have a conversation at the June 16 Memorial Acre in Soweto.
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Honoring June 16 sacrifices of by investing in children

The courage of 1976 changed our history. Realising the potential of today's young people can change our future.

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Press release
11 June 2026

Protect play, protect childhood - Commemorating the International Day of Play

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Press release
03 June 2026

UNICEF South Africa and the Financial and Fiscal Commission commit to strengthening investment in children

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“I am who I am today because of the people who care”

How the UNICEF-supported Asiphilenikahle safe park nurtures children in Mpumalanga township.

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Building children’s confidence and resilience

UNICEF and Chery Automobile are helping transform education for every child in South Africa

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Green Rising Challenge amplifies youth-led climate action

Youth taking climate action for safer, healthier environments for children

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Campaigns

Power of play

Recommended for every child – and their parents – anytime, everywhere

Power of play
Lulutho (Lulu) Madolo, 19, a student at the University of Pretoria, inspects an apple while buying a drink and a snack at a cafeteria on campus.

Fix my food

For every child, better food, better futures

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Parenting in focus

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Child development

With expert guidance and tips, we’re with you for every step of your child’s journey

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Child care

Expert parenting tips on everything from handling big conversations to getting the most out of play

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Health and wellbeing

Science-backed information for looking after your family’s health

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Food and nutrition

Learn how to set your child on a path to healthy habits for life

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7 questions every new parent has about babies

A baby expert answers some of parents' most searched for questions

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What is free play and why should you encourage it at home?

Learn how playing independently can benefit your child’s development

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All you need to know about childhood vaccinations

The safest method to protect children from life-threatening diseases.

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Flood safety information

What you need to know before, during and after the storm

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Recent publications and resources

Flagship report

State of the World's Children 2025

Ending child poverty: Our shared imperative

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UNICEF South Africa Country Program 2026 - 2030

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Talking about immunisation - A guide for healthcare workers

All you need to know to help you protect your community’s health, from birth to adulthood

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Parenting Support Policy Benchmarking Assessment Report

Pilot assessment tool for benchmarking policy provision for universal parenting support in South Africa - October 2025

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Recent blogs

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From youth volunteer to youth advocate

How Osborn found his voice for change

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A glimpse of youth leadership in motion

A reflection from UNICEF Volunteer Campus Club visits in Gauteng Province

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Volunteering is sector entrance - not a side activity

How to make the most of being a UNICEF Volunteer

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The beautiful chaos of play

My journey with the Power of Play campaign

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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.

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Partners

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

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Reports and publications

Reports and publications by UNICEF South Africa

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UNICEF parenting

Helping parents give children in South Africa the best start in life.

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