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Vuselela Media is a Southern African non-profit youth development agency with a decade of experience in promoting social activism and behavioural change through advocacy, education and awareness campaigns.

09/08/2023

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.

08/08/2023

Meet Mila Madlingozi a dedicated community journalist in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign, conducted an interview with a mother of two Sharnay Conway who stays at Maiden Farm and is located in Mthatha.

After the interview she had with Sis Conway on child immunisation, she realised that there a lot there are a lot of parents who do not understand the importance of taking their children to vaccinate from day 1 until the last year of immunisation which is at the age of 12.

Sis Conway stated that “she only took her children to vaccinate because she was told to but never paid attention to the importance of what she was doing or why she had to just like her family members”.
Immunization is very important, which is why this program will help parents all over South Africa keep their children safe.

Mila feels like a lot more could be done in assisting misinformed or rather parents with a little knowledge as to why are these vaccines important to their children’s lives.

Introducing Mila Madlingozi, an enthusiastic community journalist actively engaged in the Vuka Vuma Vax initiative. Mila recently conducted an insightful interview with Sharnay Conway, a mother of two residing in Maiden Farm, Mthatha.

During her conversation with Sharnay Conway about child immunisation, Mila recognised a significant concern: many parents lack an understanding of the vital significance of consistently vaccinating their children from infancy until the age of 12, when the immunisation process concludes.

Sharnay Conway candidly shared that she used to take her children for vaccinations merely because she was advised to do so. However, she confessed to not fully comprehending the crucial reasons behind these actions, a sentiment mirrored by her family members.

The essence of immunisation cannot be understated, underscoring the urgency of this programme in safeguarding the health of children throughout South Africa.

Mila is deeply convinced that more can be accomplished to aid parents who may be misinformed or possess limited awareness regarding the pivotal role of vaccines in securing their children's well-being.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

07/08/2023

Hellen Mafolo, a devoted community journalist in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign conducted three interviews, all focused on child immunisations.

During her first interview in her village located in the Sekhukhune district of Limpopo province, she spoke with a family representative who had a younger sister. The representative emphasised the importance of taking children to the clinic for immunisations, as it not only protects the child but also benefits everyone around them.

In her second interview, Hellen met with a community representative from the same village. The representative stressed the need for parents to normalise taking their kids to the clinic for immunisations. He highlighted that this practice not only safeguards their own children but also contributes to the protection of the entire community.

In her final interview, Hellen spoke with a health care expert who provided valuable insights into the significance of child immunisations. The expert stressed the importance of following the immunisation routine and expressed concern about the prevailing misinformation and lack of awareness about immunisations within the community.

Throughout her interviews, Hellen discovered that her community still lags behind in terms of understanding and information about immunisations. She wishes to witness a positive change in attitudes and hopes that more people will prioritise and take part in immunisation efforts.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

04/08/2023

Meet Samkelisiwe Gina, a dedicated community journalist actively involved in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign in Nongoma. Recently, she visited the Mdluli family to conduct an interview and understand their perspective on vaccination.

During the interview, Samkelisiwe spoke with Nondumiso, asking her about the importance of vaccination for her and her family. They discussed the challenges they faced when coming together as a family to discuss vaccination and why it was crucial for all of them to get vaccinated. Additionally, Samkelisiwe inquired about their feelings after receiving the vaccines and whether they noticed any changes afterward.

From this enlightening encounter, Samkelisiwe gained valuable insights. She learned that vaccines are among the safest preventive measures available, capable of making a significant difference between life and death. Moreover, she realised the significance of research and understanding the community's feelings toward vaccination, as it aids in raising awareness among people from all walks of life.

Samkelisiwe also had a heartening experience with Sipho from the Mdluli family, who, despite living with a disability, encouraged others to get vaccinated. This inspiring act had a positive impact on others, dispelling the notion that vaccines are only for the rich and proving that they are accessible to people from all economic backgrounds.

In conclusion, Samkelisiwe's encounter with the Mdluli family underscored the importance of vaccination, not only as a life-saving measure but also as a way to build stronger, healthier communities, irrespective of one's lifestyle or economic status.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

03/08/2023

Meet Ntombifuthi Ngiba, a dedicated community journalist actively involved in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Recently, she conducted an insightful interview with a nurse from the 4th Avenue local clinic in Alexandra, Johannesburg, aiming to explore the relationship between individuals, the community, and their local healthcare workers, with a focus on the significance of childhood immunisation.

During the interview, Ntombifuthi discovered that the local clinic faces several challenges in immunising children. One of the hurdles is the need to allocate different days for vaccinating children of different age groups, which can be logistically challenging. Additionally, there are instances when certain immunisations are unavailable, leading to a loss of confidence in the clinic's services.

Another concerning finding was that some children miss out on their childhood immunisations because their parents lack knowledge and understanding about the importance of immunisation. This highlights the need for better education and awareness within the community.

Ntombifuthi also learned that many people in her community feel hesitant to seek clarification from health practitioners when they don't fully comprehend certain aspects of healthcare. This indicates the importance of promoting open communication and encouraging individuals to ask questions without fear.

Despite these challenges, Ntombifuthi is grateful for the efforts of local facilities in conducting campaigns to educate parents about childhood immunisations. These campaigns encompass various strategies such as door-to-door initiatives, school-based programs, and interviews on the local community radio station, all aimed at raising awareness about immunisation.

The nurse passionately emphasised that safeguarding children's health is a collective responsibility, and everyone must take charge to protect the well-being of the younger generation.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

02/08/2023

Intokozo 101.2 FM is in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Listen to the radio station to learn more about this initiative powered by UNICEF South Africa.

02/08/2023

Meet Siphethokuhle Mbatha a dedicated community journalist who is part of the Vuka Vuma Vax . She had an interview with a family member, whose name is Mam’Phikela. Which focused on the importance of vaccines for a family.

The interview took place in the Qwasha area in their household.

During the interview, she asked what would Ma’Phikela tell other families about the importance of vaccines and she responded to this question by saying that they must get vaccinated because it is not a bad idea to do so, it is helpful for families and if they decide to go for it they must all go for it so that they can be protected in various diseases as the whole family.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

01/08/2023

Meet Thulisile Mbuli an active community journalist in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign from Newcastle.

She conducted an interview with Mam’Vuyokazi Mntambo, a member of the Sakhisizwe Pre-School committee.

Their interview was about the importance of vaccinations for their community. She explained that the children at the crèche do experience difficulty in terms of getting vaccinated. Some of the reasons why some of the children are unable to vaccinate is that they are abandoned from a young age by their parents and some parents cannot afford transport fees to get to the clinic.

As the crèche, they would like to encourage nurses to try and visit crèches to help vaccinate children there.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunization coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

28/07/2023

Meet Sivuyile Kanzi, a dedicated community journalist actively involved in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign in Queenstown. During his interviews, he made a significant observation - many community members were not taking child vaccination seriously. Some believed that the government was using vaccination as a means of population control, which resulted in their reluctance to vaccinate their children.

One particular encounter stood out for Sivuyile when he approached a professional nurse to film a video. Though initially unwilling, the nurse provided crucial information about vaccines, particularly concerning Mumps, Measles, and Rubella.

Through his experiences, Sivuyile has gained a profound understanding of the importance of vaccinations. He now realises that nurses and healthcare professionals play a crucial role in keeping children healthy by safeguarding them against various diseases with vaccinations. He emphasises the need to take vaccinations seriously, especially during outbreaks, as it contributes to a safer and better community overall.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

27/07/2023

Radio KC 107.7 FM is in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Listen to the radio station to learn more about this initiative powered by UNICEF South Africa.

27/07/2023

Matsoarelo Makuke, a community journalist actively participating in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign had an interview at the 4th Avenue clinic in Alexandra, Johannesburg.

During the interview, she had an opportunity to speak with a mother who was waiting in line with her child for routine immunization services at the clinic.

From her conversation with the mother, it became evident that there is a lack of sufficient initiatives and information provided to mothers after pregnancy. The information process appears to cease once the mother gives birth. The mother expressed her belief that she had received comprehensive information during her pregnancy, but now, she felt misinformed. Although she is instructed to bring her child for routine immunization, she lacks clarity regarding the specific reasons for these immunizations. Nonetheless, she continues to do so out of concern for her child's safety.

When Matsoarelo inquired about suggestions for improvement, the mother mentioned that during her pregnancy, the clinic had a WhatsApp group that updated expectant mothers on their pregnancy stages. She proposed reintroducing similar WhatsApp groups to disseminate immunization information and why it is necessary to immunize children until the age of 12. The mother also emphasized that greater clarity is essential not only for herself but also for other parents. Furthermore, she highlighted that improved communication would prevent parents from prematurely discontinuing their children's immunization journeys due to a lack of information.

It is evident that the Department of Health primarily focuses on providing information during pregnancy, but there is a need to continue educating parents on the importance of immunization after childbirth. Nurses and doctors should exhibit patience and consistently educate parents about immunization throughout their child's growth, thus preventing any interruptions in their immunization schedules.

Matsoarelo feels like a lot more could be done to spread awareness of why parents need to get their children immunized than turning a blind eye.

UNICEF has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

26/07/2023

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 campaign by Vuselela Media in partnership with UNICEF South Africa. He is seen here playing the Promo at BCR FM ahead of the broadcast.

25/07/2023

Nkqubela 97.0 FM is in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Listen to the radio station to learn more about this initiative powered by UNICEF South Africa.

25/07/2023

Meet Ayabonga Ntsentselele, a community journalist actively participating in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign in Flagstaff. Recently, she conducted an insightful interview with Mrs. Magangana, a Health Promotion and Prevention expert. The interview focused on vaccines and their impact on the community. This interview is scheduled to be part of a three-week simulcast on 20 community radio stations during July and August.

Mrs. Magangana emphasized the importance of taking vaccination seriously. She highlighted that getting vaccinated not only protects individuals from preventable diseases but also helps prevent the spread of these illnesses to others in the community. By being vaccinated, one can contribute to keeping their community safe.

Through this interview, Ayabonga gained valuable knowledge on vaccination, dispelling her previous misinformation and increasing her understanding of why it is essential for public health.

Overall, Ayabonga's dedication to community journalism and her involvement in the campaign showcases her commitment to spreading accurate information and promoting health in Flagstaff.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

24/07/2023

Ncokola 88.1 FM is in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Listen to the radio station to learn more about this initiative powered by UNICEF South Africa.

21/07/2023

Ligwa 101.3 FM is in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Listen to the radio station to learn more about this initiative powered by UNICEF South Africa.

21/07/2023

Meet Phillustus Makgato, a dedicated community journalist actively involved in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Recently, she conducted a series of interviews in Leeuwfontein that shed light on the importance of vaccines.

During one of her interviews, Phillustus spoke with a community member and discovered that there is still a significant lack of knowledge and misinformation about vaccination for children in the community. While parents do take their children to get vaccinated, many of them don't fully understand the purpose and benefits of these vaccines. This eye-opening conversation will be featured in a three-week simulcast on 20 community radio stations, scheduled for July-August.

In another insightful interview, Phillustus talked with a nurse, who emphasized the crucial role of vaccinations in children's lives. The nurse explained the significance of vaccinating children from an early age up to 12 years, ensuring their protection against various diseases.

Phillustus Makgato's efforts as a community journalist are making a positive impact, raising awareness about vaccinations and their vital role in building immunity for individuals and communities alike. Her informative interviews will reach a broad audience through the simulcast, helping to dispel myths and misconceptions surrounding vaccines.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

20/07/2023

Dihlabeng 100.5 FM is in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Listen to the radio station to learn more about this initiative powered by UNICEF South Africa.

20/07/2023

Pleasure Nkosi, a local journalist from Mpumalanga, is actively involved in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Her focus is on interviewing mothers in the community to understand their knowledge and attitudes towards their children's immunisations. Through these interviews, she learned more about vaccination, as parents shared their personal stories and experiences of vaccinating their kids for better health.

Pleasure conducted interviews in Barberton and Bongani Primary School, as well as Extension 13, to gather information from various parents. She discovered that many people in their communities lack knowledge about child immunisation. However, she believes that the "Vuka Vuma Vax" program will play a vital role in educating people about this important matter.

UNICEF South Africa has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program since August 2022, using local community radio stations and young community journalists from the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Presently, UNICEF South Africa is actively endorsing the campaign to ensure that routine immunisation coverage reaches at least 90% in all districts. This effort is an extension of the previous initiative carried out by UNICEF in collaboration with Vuselela Media and with support from the Department of Health.

19/07/2023

Nongoma FM 88.3 is in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Listen to the radio station to learn more about this initiative powered by UNICEF South Africa South Africa.

19/07/2023

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.

18/07/2023

Happy Mandela Day.

18/07/2023

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)

18/07/2023

SK 98.7 FM is in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. Listen to the radio station to learn more about this initiative powered by UNICEF South Africa.

18/07/2023

Seluleko Mvambi, a community journalist from Gqeberha, is participating in the Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. As part of this campaign, he conducted an interview with Miss Khonaye Xakaxa, a community leader. The purpose of the interview was to understand the community's views on vaccinations, their level of knowledge about vaccines, the reasons behind vaccine hesitancy in underprivileged communities, and the role that community, spiritual, and religious leaders can play in promoting vaccination. The interview will be broadcasted on 20 community radio stations over a three-week period in July and August.

Miss Xakaxa discussed the reasons for people's reluctance to receive vaccinations. Some of these reasons include a lack of understanding about vaccines and fear fuelled by misinformation. This was particularly prominent during the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic when false information was widely circulated. She also suggested that community, spiritual, and religious leaders could help by inviting experts from the Department of Health to speak at their gatherings and educate the public.

To effectively reach out to communities and educate them about immunisation, Miss Xakaxa emphasised the need for the Department of Health to develop new initiatives similar to the successful Vuka Vuma Vax campaign. She also emphasised the importance of immunisation programs within communities.

Miss Xakaxa visited our KwaDwesi studios to discuss these issues with us. Seluleko learned that significant efforts are required to build trust in vaccines. Without knowledgeable individuals reaching out to the public, the vaccination rates will remain low, leading to continued outbreaks and devastation in our communities. Vaccines play a critical role, and it is crucial for people to realise this as soon as possible.

Since August 2022, UNICEF has been supporting and promoting the Department of Health's national COVID and measles vaccine program through local community radio stations and young community journalists participating in the Vuka Vuma Vax community radio campaign. Currently, UNICEF South Africa is promoting the campaign, which aims to achieve at least 90% routine immunisation coverage in all districts, in collaboration with the Department of Health and Vuselela Media. This work builds upon the initiative successfully completed last year.

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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. #BuildBackImmunity #ChildImmunisation #UNICEFSA #VukaVumaVax #CommunityJournalism #VuselelaMedia #CommunityRadio

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. #BuildBackImmunity #ChildImmunisation #UNICEFSA #VukaVumaVax #CommunityJournalism #VuselelaMedia #CommunityRadio

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. #BuildBackImmunity #ChildImmunisation #UNICEFSA #VukaVumaVax #CommunityJournalism #VuselelaMedia

Happy Mandela Day. #BuildBackImmunity #ChildImmunisation #UNICEFSA #VukaVumaVax #CommunityJournalism #VuselelaMedia #CommunityRadio #MandelaDay #67minutes

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) #BuildBackImmunity #ChildImmunisation #UNICEFSA #VukaVumaVax #CommunityJournalism #VuselelaMedia #CommunityRadio

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. #BuildBackImmunity #ChildImmunisation #UNICEFSA #VukaVumaVax #CommunityJournalism #VuselelaMedia #CommunityRadio

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. #BuildBackImmunity #ChildImmunisation #UNICEFSA #VukaVumaVax #CommunityJournalism #VuselelaMedia

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! #VukaVumaVax #UNICEFSA #VuselelaMedia #CommunityJournalism #CommunityRadio

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. #VVV #VukaVumaVax #VuselelaMedia #UNICEF

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. #VVV #VukaVumaVax #VuselelaMedia #UNICEF

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. #VVV #VukaVumaVax #VuselelaMedia #UNICEF

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. #VVV #VukaVumaVax #ItsAPartOfLife #UNICEFSA #VuselelaMedia