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Early Literacy Changes Everything: Building Blocks for Babies
The first 1000 days of a child’s life (birth – 2 years old) are critical in their development. Written by: Bongeka of Thanda organisation According to a Harvard study (2007), brain development occurs rapidly in the first few years of life, before formal schooling even begins, where over one million new neural connections are made every second.…
Read MoreEnergy, love and laughter: A recipe for success!
Mpilo* is 4 years old and lives with his mom and dad and his two older siblings in Bhambula in kwaNzimakwe tribal area. Mpilo’s mother, Zodwa*, was unaware of any challenges of her child following his birth, the doctor at the time informed her at discharge that Mpilo was different to other children. It was…
Read MoreSiyakwazi 2022 Impact Overview
April Newsletter 2023 Inclusion Impact 2022 Inclusion at Siyakwazi in 2022 saw continued growth with an increase in the number of children with disabilities and their families supported. Access to services has also improved through the help of our referral process. A significant improvement is the increase in the number of children accessing Special Education…
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