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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.
Registration process extended until 7 February 2014
2014-02-07
The registration process on the Bloemfontein and Qwaqwa Campuses has been extended until Friday 7 February 2014. Students may therefore continue to register in the Callie Human Centre on the Bloemfontein Campus and the Rolihlahla Mandela Hall on the Qwaqwa Campus from 08:00 till16:00 on weekdays.
Academic advice will be done at faculty offices on both campuses.
The registration dates for the School of Open Learning will remain as published. Students registering through Varsity College must abide by the registration deadlines provided by that institution. The extension of the registration dates is also not applicable to students in the University Preparation Programme (UPP).