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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.
Cell Biology receives money for further development
2007-11-08
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The Netcare Private Hospital Group yesterday made a donation to the value of R265 000 to the Department of Haematology and Cell Biology at the University of the Free State (UFS). The money will be for among others the establishment of a bone marrow transplant programme, the development of a molecular biology laboratory and the development of anti- leukaemia remedies. Celebrating the donation were, from the left: Prof. Gert van Zyl (Head of the School of Medicine at the UFS), Prof. Letticia Moja (Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the UFS), Prof. Dion du Plessis (Director of Netcare Holdings), and Prof. Philip Badenhorst (Head of the Department of Haematology and Cell Biology at the UFS).
Photo: Leonie Bolleurs
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