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12 June 2024
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Story Zinzi Zumana
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UFS Lekgotla Men’s Well-being Programme: addiction dialogue encourages empowerment and exchange of ideas.
The University of the Free State (UFS)
Division of Student Affairs hosted a ‘Dialogue on Addiction’ at the Equitas Senate Hall on 20 April 2024 as part of the UFS Lekgotla Men’s Well-being Programme. Led by the esteemed
Ace Moloi, male students’ well-being was addressed by focusing on topics relating to substance abuse, the ‘hookah pipe’, pornography, and digital addiction.
Ogaisitse Diseko, an expert on substance abuse, highlighted the misconceptions and societal impact of substances such as ‘bath salts’. Male students shared personal experiences, emphasising the need for early interventions and community backing to combat addiction.
Prof Noluxolo Gcaza, a Nelson Mandela University Professor specialising in digital wellness, presented on digital well-being, internet safety, and managing screen time. The dialogue concluded with Billy Mogadi sharing his journey from addiction to recovery, underscoring the human toll and the possibility of transformation.
Mogadi’s story resonated deeply, fostering hope and empowerment among attendees. The event highlighted the power of dialogue and support in addressing addiction issues. By promoting genuine interaction and providing the necessary tools, such initiatives contribute to community well-being and development. The UFS Lekgotla Men’s Well-being programme advances its goal of fostering healthier lives through open communication and mutual support.
Kovsie leads Proteas to African domination
2013-07-01
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Maryka Holtzhausen (left) and Karla Mostert
Photo: Maradine Whitehorn, Volksblad
01 July 2013 |
The University of the Free State (UFS) is proud to boast two netball stars that were part of the Spar Protea team that won the 2013 Africa Netball Championship in Blantyre, Malawi, on Friday 28 June 2013.
Maryka Holtzhausen and Karla Mostert were part of the Protea side who dethroned Malawi in the final of the Africa Championship on Friday, beating their fellow Africans by 54-52, after seven minutes extra time.
Maryka was the captain of the Protea side during the Africa Championship.