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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.
Forensic expert in Accounting addresses staff and postgraduate students
2007-02-21
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Mr Johan van der Walt, forensic director at KPMG, addressed staff and postgraduate students from the Centre for Accounting at the University of the Free State (UFS) on developments in forensic accounting investigations in South Africa. Mr Van der Walt is known in especially law and accounting circles for his investigations and provisioning of evidence in much publicised cases like that of Schabir Shaik.
Attending the presentation were, from the left: Prof. Dave Lubbe (Centre for Accounting, UFS), Mr Van der Walt, Adv. Jannie Lubbe (KPMG), Ms Cebisa Mei (B.Com. Honours student), and Prof. Hentie van Wyk (Programme Director: Accounting Education at the UFS).
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