The 9th of August holds significant symbolism for South African women. It serves as a reminder of the collective strength of women, a day that renews hope, and a time to honor the courageous heroines of the past.
"Wathinta abafazi, wathinta imbokodo" (You strike a woman, You strike a rock) encapsulates the resilience and power of women.
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In episode two of "Amandla Omgomo", Pumzoh chats with a neighbour about his child's school reporting a measles outbreak and his belief that vaccinations will protect his child. Pumzoh admits he hasn't been involved in his own daughter's health since his wife's death, thinking it's the women's responsibility.
The mother-in-law overhears and criticises Pumzoh's reliance on traditional medicine and neglect of his child's well-being. Pumzoh dismisses her.
Next morning, the mother-in-law insists on going to church together to pray for her, leaving the child with the neighbour. The minister discusses the measles outbreak and vaccinations, and the mother-in-law offers to take the child if Pumzoh won't. In church, Pumzoh receives a message from the neighbour that the child is unwell and needs to go to the clinic. Will Pumzo do the right thing?
The series broadcasts across 20 top local community radio stations nationwide. Jacob Lamola one of the radio presenters from BCR 104.1 FM in the #BuildBackImmunity campaign by Vuselela Media in partnership with UNICEF South Africa. He is seen here playing the Promo at BCR FM ahead of the broadcast.
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This week, the first episode of the series "Amandla Omgomo" broadcasts across 20 local community radio stations nationwide.
Pumzoh is a single father living in Hammanskraal. He works for a local printing company, trying to make ends meet. His wife suddenly passed during the pandemic. There is no definitive reason for her passing, all we know is she just passed away, like many people had. Pumzoh is left with a 6 year old daughter, Thandeka - the light of his life, but he is not educated about vaccines, immunisation routines and life in general, especially looking after a young child. There is a measles outbreak. Pumzoh, himself has not been vaccinated against it, or at least he doesn’t remember. His mother-in-law, Emily, a firm believer in routine vaccinations is in town to help look after his daughter while she is on school holidays. His daughter begins to feel sick and starts showing symptoms of measles but Pumzoh downplays it to nothing more than the common cold. From pressure from his family and community Pumzoh begins to learn that having routine immunisations are more important than his personal beliefs and that his daughter’s life may hang in the balance if he doesn’t start to make some personal changes.
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Happy Mandela Day.
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Happy Mandela Day.
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Happy Mandela Day.
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Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was born on July 18, 1918. He dedicated his entire life to fighting for his country and exhibited the qualities of a remarkable leader. He became the first democratically elected president of the Republic of South Africa.
Every year on July 18, the world celebrates Mandela Day to honor this esteemed statesman. On this day, people dedicate at least 67 minutes to doing charitable work, symbolizing the 67 years Mandela spent tirelessly serving the people of South Africa and the entire world. We commemorate his birthday and recognize the sacrifices he made for all citizens.
Nelson Mandela will always be remembered as an iconic figure and a champion of peace and justice. The significance of July 18 will be known to future generations because of this extraordinary individual.
“It always seems impossible until it's done."
- Nelson Mandela (July 18, 1918 - December 5, 2013)
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We are excited to announce the launch of the broadcast of the #BuildBackImmunity radio campaign this week. Nkqubela FM , 97.0 together with 19 other community radio stations will air the first episode of the series "Amandla Omgomo,". Through this campaign, we aim to inform listeners about the significance of child immunisations in safeguarding our children, our families, and our communities from illnesses and diseases.
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This week, we launch the #BuildBackImmunity promo on the radio. The series is called "Amandla Omgomo" and in the first promo, we will be learning the importance of protecting our children. The promo will broadcast across 20 local community radio stations nationwide.
In this promo, we will be hearing about why are vaccines part of our lives, our children, and our communities against infections and diseases.
Through local community radio stations and a network of young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign, UNICEF has supported and promoted the Department of Health’s (NDoH) national COVID and measles vaccine programme since August 2022 – and is now promoting the #BuildBackImmunity campaign, in support of the NDoH’s efforts to ensure routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This work is a continuation of the project that UNICEF conducted last year in partnership with Vuselela Media, supported by the Department of Health.
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Vuselela Media and UNICEF South Africa present the Vuka Vuma Vax Community Journalists.
The first episode of the Vuka Vuma Vax Podcast is a compilation of links and listener call-ins from Community Radio Stations - Underground Radio in KwaZulu Natal, KC Radio in the Western Cape, Alex FM in Gauteng and Ligwa FM in Mpumalanga.
Listen here and stay informed!
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We have our third episode's winner and they are the lucky Ovayo Boyi who is a listener of Nkqubela FM. Congratulations to you Ovayo. Enjoy the R1000!
Remember you can call 0800 029 999 or go to findmyjab.co.za to find your nearest COVID vaccination site.
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We have our second episode winner who walks away with R1000.00 and that is the lucky Ntozakhe Mathebula and who is a BCR FM 104.1 On air listener!
If you want to be like him, send your voice note to our WhatsApp number telling us why you think it’s STILL important to get the COVD-19 vaccine.
Start with your name, followed by your favorite community radio station, record your message via WhatsApp voice note to 079 264 5415 and you could walk away with R1000 in cash and be a vaccination champion. T’s and c’s apply.
Remember you can call 0800 029 999 or go to findmyjab.co.za to find your nearest COVID vaccination site.
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Congratulations to our first winner who walks away with R1000.00! Her name is Dineo Dolamo and she is a listener of SK FM. If you want to be like her, send your voice note to our WhatsApp number telling us why you think it’s STILL important to get the COVD-19 vaccine.
Start with your name, followed by your favorite community radio station, record your message via WhatsApp voice note to 079 264 5415 and you could walk away with R1000 in cash and be a vaccination champion. T’s and c’s apply.
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The Mentor and Citizen Journalists from Nkqubela FM take us through a day in their lives as they put together a story for the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign.
Vuka Vuma Vax, a partnership between UNICEF South Africa and Vuselela Media aims to encourage and educate communities to think about vaccinations as a part of life by using hyperlocal journalism and storytelling.
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