Die Burger Artikel: Bekamp verdwerging in SA só
Beter data, regeringsdepartemente wat verantwoordelikheid aanvaar en ‘n fokus op die eerste 1 000 dae van ‘n kind se lewe gaan noodsaaklik wees in Suid-Afrika se stryd teen verdwerging. Dit is van die aanbevelings uit navorsing wat Dinsdag bekend gestel is by ‘n geleentheid wat die Universiteit Stellenbosch (US) aangebied het en deur die DG […]
Sunday Times Article: South Africa’s stunting crisis deeper than thought, researchers warn
Children who have lost a biological father are at a significantly higher risk of stunting, according to new research that exposes deep structural drivers behind South Africa’s persistent child malnutrition crisis. The findings challenge conventional approaches, showing that stunting is not only about food, but about inequality, data gaps and weak coordination across government. A […]
IOL Article: South Africa’s strategy to end child stunting by 2030 faces critical challenges, but there is hope
South Africa’s commitment to phase out childhood stunting by 2030 is facing persistent structural and implementation challenges, according to new research released by Stellenbosch University. The findings follow President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address, where he reaffirmed the government’s focus on the first 1,000 days of life and targeted nutrition support for pregnant […]
The Perspectives Series: Small things, big changes for little people
Small things can create big changes in the first 1 000 days of life, starting at conception until a child’s second birthday. While this period is a critical window for growth and development, there is often less clarity on the mechanisms through which this potential is realised. This webinar will place responsive caregiving at the […]