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This is the time of year when it's back to school for most children. But for some, it will be the first time they leave the comfort of home for school.

Early childhood development (ECD) is a programme offered to children from birth to school-going age that focuses on the physical, emotional, mental reasoning and social development of a child.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in KwaZulu-Natal is urging locals and holiday makers to be extra cautious when swimming in pools, the ocean and dams.

This warning comes after a number of people have recently drowned in the province.

The SAPS said educational campaigns have been carried out to promote safety at recreational facilities and by the sea.

As the festive season approaches, drowning is an ever-present risk when people go on outings to rivers, beaches, dams and swimming pools.

Back in 2016, Rori Mpete and Thoriso Thobejane realised that precious drinking water was literally being flushed down the toilet. Millions of litres of clean, potable water is wasted when people use it to flush their toilets.

While the authorities have been hard at work ensuring that the country’s border posts are ready for the holiday season, travellers can help ensure that their border experience is as painless as possible by understanding what documents they need to have ready.

As South Africa prepares for another bustling festive season – with an influx of people into and out of the country - those responsible for border posts and points of entry have been hard at work to ensure that travellers have as pleasant an experience as possible.

From a simple life on a farm in the rural Northern Cape Noncedo Seekoie (36) has grown into the top woman business owner in the province.

Elections 2019

Determination proved to be the secret ingredient in the success of Zondo.

Bahle Zondo’s passion for flying propelled him to great heights.

From a young age, Zondo knew that he was born to fly. 

Ponalo Notwane will ensure that he registers to vote for the 2019 General Elections. 

Notwane (21) says he will be voting for the first time during next year’s elections.

Make your mark - Register to vote

South Africans must exercise their constitutional right and vote for the party of their choice.

Voter registration weekend is set to take place on Saturday, 26 and Sunday, 27 January next year.