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12 June 2024 | Story Zinzi Zumana | Photo supplied
Dialogue on Addiction
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.

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Daughters of UFS academic graduate together
2008-04-16

 

The two daughters of Prof. Hennie van Coller, Head of the Department of Afrikaans and Dutch, German and French in the Faculty of the Humanities at the University of the Free State (UFS), Karien and Helena van Coller both received their degree during this year’s autumn graduation ceremony. Karien and Helena respectively received their B.A. Drama and Theatre degree and master's degree in Governance and Political Transformation. Here are, from the left: Karien and Prof. Van Coller. Helena was not available when the photograph was taken.
Photo: Leonie Bolleurs

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