Diary Series of Deaf People

13/01/2025

Partially blind and Deaf Grade 12 learners excel!

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An 18-year-old partially blind pupil from Setotolwane Elsen Secondary School in Limpopo is among the national top matric achievers in the special schools. This is despite writing his 2024 final matric exams in a classroom with holes in the floor and a ceiling with exposed electrical wires. 

31/12/2024

NEWS BULLETIN| 2025 Looks Bright for Deaf and Blind learners

The Setotolwane ELSEN Secondary School reporting project is led by the Diary Series of Deaf People in collaboration with the Sunday Times. It is supported by the Henry Nxumalo Foundation.

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15/12/2024

Five days following Diary Series of Deaf People’s visit to the Limpopo Department of Education on November 20, spokesperson Mosebjane Kgaffe said, a contractor has been appointed for renovation and started work (November 25). Kgaffe said, “The contract amount is R450,000. The completion is scheduled for the end of January."

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Bathing and brushing teeth in overwhelming stench where urine flows on the floor will soon be a thing of the past for deaf and blind pupils of Setotolwane ELSEN Secondary School in Mankweng, Limpopo. 

08/12/2024

SGB says: "Sometimes when teachers are teaching, the ceiling would just fall."
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Section 24 (a) of the Bill of Rights provides that everyone has the right to an environment that is not harmful to their health or wellbeing, but Deaf and blind pupils from Setotolwane ELSEN Secondary School in Mankweng, Limpopo are far from enjoying this right. 

08/12/2024

“There is a pipe at the graveyard where we fetch water. We drink that water and cook with it. We need that water.”
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Blind and Deaf pupils from Setotolwane ELSEN Secondary boarding school in Mankweng, Limpopo have recounted their traumatic experiences of allegedly fetching water from the nearby Mankweng Cemetery for drinking, bathing and flushing clogged toilets when there is no water. 

16/11/2024

TRENDING | Mia Le Roux Withdraws From Miss Universe A Day Before The Finals

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15/11/2024

Reigning Miss SA 2024, Mia Le Roux pulls out from Miss Universe Competition.

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Miss South Africa 2024, Mia Le Roux withdrew from Miss Universe 73rd, a day before the finals, citing health concerns.  

15/11/2024

The Competition Tribunal has approved the Cancer Alliance's interest in participating in the legal submissions by the Competition Commission against the multinational healthcare company, Roche regarding overpricing the trastuzumab breast cancer medicine.

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It is a month after the annual national Breast Cancer Awareness month and the Cancer Alliance NPC has been granted leave by the Competition Tribunal to intervene in the case between the Competition Commission and Roche Holdings AG and its subsidiaries F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG and Roche Products (Pty)...

23/10/2024

Award-winning teacher expresses that he was taught South African Sign Language by his Deaf pupils
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When a mathematics teacher at Thiboloha School for the Deaf and Blind in Qwa Qwa, Free State was allocated a class of Deaf Grade 12 pupils, it was as if he was thrown in at the deep end as he did not know how to communicate in South African Sign Language (SASL).

12/10/2024

MEC Matome Chiloane’s Letter To His Favourite Teacher

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To my favorite teacher, I’ve been reflecting on the impact you’ve had on my life, and I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude. You stood at the front of the classroom every day, bringing an energy that filled the room with possibility. You didn’t just share facts from textbooks; you ...

12/10/2024

Minister Of Basic Education: “No Child Should Be Left Behind”
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The Minister of Basic Education, Ms Siviwe Gwarube said children with special needs should not be neglected due to their disabilities.

12/10/2024

Our Intern Journalist Interviews President Ramaphosa

Children or learners with special needs are a treasure of the nation and we need to ensure that they get the best education that South Africa can give.
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President Cyril Ramaphosa addressing teachers during the National Teaching Awards at Birchwood Hotel over the weekend. (Picture Supplied)

12/10/2024

Two weeks into her internship, she was able to interview President Ramaphosa. Go to website to read her opinion piece.

Diary Series of Deaf People’s intern, Unarine Mugogovhali after her interview with President Cyril Ramaphosa. (Picture Supplied)

12/10/2024

My Moment With President Ramaphosa
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Diary Series of Deaf People’s intern, Unarine Mugogovhali after her interview with President Cyril Ramaphosa. (Picture Supplied)

05/10/2024

Deputy Principal Transforms The Lives Of Children With Disabilities

Hendrik Opperman winner of the Gauteng province awards for 24th Annual National Teaching Awards with MEC, Matome Chiloane. Picture Supplied by Gauteng Department of Education

05/10/2024

SAFA Ekurhuleni And City Of Ekurhuleni Municipality Accused Of Giving Underprivileged Soccer Teams The Runaround For Cash Prizes




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Silver Spears Ladies Football Club celebrate after winning R30 000 cash prize during the City of Ekurhuleni Youth Tournament. (Picture Supplied)

03/10/2024

Remarkable Deaf Models Seek Donations To Contest In Thailand And Poland

Winners of Miss, Ms & Mr Deaf South Africa 2023, Monequ Edwards (Left), Justine Makinson (middle) and Sylvia Mojanko (right). Picture Supplied

03/10/2024

Let Us Create An Inclusive Society Where Deaf Individuals Are Empowered To Live Without Barriers

As Miss Deaf South Africa 2023 and a finalist for Miss Deaf Universe South Africa 2024, I am proud to represent my community and advocate for a world where Deaf people are not just seen but truly understood and included. My journey as a Deaf woman has taught me the importance of advocating for our c...