CEO of Higher Health, Prof. Ramneek Ahluwalia's Induction Message to welcome all first-year students at Universities, TVET, and Community Colleges.
Get ready to discover our dynamic Health and Wellness programmes, designed to support and enrich your student life, all at no cost. Embarking on a tertiary education journey marks a pivotal moment in life, and we're here to make it even better!
Here's to health, well-being, and a successful academic path ahead! 🎓

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Day 1 of the Mandela-Sobukwe Leadership Camp 2024 at Breakwater Lodge in Cape Town was nothing short of inspiring!

Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Mr Buti Manamela's keynote address resonated with every student present from Universities, TVET Colleges, and Community Colleges. The essence of this camp goes beyond just gathering; it's about fostering leadership development among the youth. We're here to equip ourselves to navigate and influence our nation's future in the face of numerous challenges – gender-based violence, mental health issues, safety concerns, health epidemics, skills shortages, and broader socio-economic challenges.

This Leadership Camp is bringing together 130 young leaders from all 26 public universities, 50 public TVET colleges, and 10 community colleges, all meticulously selected through the Higher Health's Peer Educator Program.
Our aim? To become young change agents, not just for South Africa, but for the entire African continent and the world at large.

Here, in this vibrant atmosphere, we have the opportunity to converge, discuss innovative ideas, and brainstorm new ways of tackling the challenges that the South African youth are confronted with. This camp isn't just about us; it's about empowering future generations to shape a brighter, more inclusive future. Let's seize this opportunity and make a difference together! 💪

#DHET #HigherHealth #HigherEducation #MandelaSobukweLeadershipCamp2024 #YouthEmpowerment #ChangeAgents #FutureLeaders

Day 1 of the Mandela-Sobukwe Leadership Camp 2024 at Breakwater Lodge in Cape Town was nothing short of inspiring!

Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Mr Buti Manamela's keynote address resonated with every student present from Universities, TVET Colleges, and Community Colleges. The essence of this camp goes beyond just gathering; it's about fostering leadership development among the youth. We're here to equip ourselves to navigate and influence our nation's future in the face of numerous challenges – gender-based violence, mental health issues, safety concerns, health epidemics, skills shortages, and broader socio-economic challenges.

This Leadership Camp is bringing together 130 young leaders from all 26 public universities, 50 public TVET colleges, and 10 community colleges, all meticulously selected through the Higher Health's Peer Educator Program.
Our aim? To become young change agents, not just for South Africa, but for the entire African continent and the world at large.

Here, in this vibrant atmosphere, we have the opportunity to converge, discuss innovative ideas, and brainstorm new ways of tackling the challenges that the South African youth are confronted with. This camp isn't just about us; it's about empowering future generations to shape a brighter, more inclusive future. Let's seize this opportunity and make a difference together! 💪

#DHET #HigherHealth #HigherEducation #MandelaSobukweLeadershipCamp2024 #YouthEmpowerment #ChangeAgents #FutureLeaders

The heart of HIGHER HEALTH’s approach to health mobilisation, education and service delivery beats in the First Things First programme.

First Things First activations take place on all university and TVET college campuses and usually run for three to five days, every two months. They are organised by the institution in conjunction with healthcare partners, including the district health service and local NGOs.

Strong partnerships with the National Department of Health and other local and international organisations have allowed us to make a real difference in the lives of students at Universities, TVET Colleges and various other sites.

Convened by the Department of HIGHER Education and Training (DHET) and HIGHER HEALTH, this event took place on the sidelines of the 2023 State of The Nation Address in Cape Town.

As a select group of peer educators from 50 TVET colleges, 26 universities and 9 CET Colleges, joined the Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Mr. Buti Manamela for 5-day intensive camp with a focus on leadership, history, the Constitution, entrepreneurship and innovation.

All this took place in the historical settings of Robben Island where many past leaders were held in incarceration.

Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Mr Buti Manamela addressing peer educators (student leaders) at the Mandela-Sobukwe Leadership Camp 2024 on the final evening. It was nothing short of inspiring as they delved into fun activities and insightful discussions under the guidance of the Deputy Minister Manamela.

From sharing their favorite verses of the National Anthem to gaining invaluable insights into the significance of the State of the Nation Address, every moment was filled with learning and growth.

Deputy Minister Manamela’s approach was engaging and inclusive, encouraging them to participate actively and think critically about their roles as student leaders. Through interactive sessions and thought-provoking conversations, they gained a deeper understanding of their responsibilities and the importance of effective leadership in shaping our nation’s future.

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The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, will host the Inaugural Transforming MENtalities Summit, built on UNESCO’s Transforming MENtalities Initiative, on Tuesday, 29 August 2023. The Summit aims to engage men and boys in addressing the root causes of violence against women.
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He discusses the emerging COVID variant EG-5 (Eris) that's been causing global concern.

The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande will be launching the National Civic Education and Health Skills Programme on 20 July 2023. This programme will prepare students for the job market by exposing them to the top 10 soft skills or Graduate Attributes most sought after by employers.

The National Higher Health Civic and Health Skills Programme, accredited at NQF Level 5, makes it the first civic education programme to achieve this level of recognition throughout Africa.

The Programme is developed by HIGHER HEALTH, an agency of the Department of Education and Training, in collaboration with the Quality Council on Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and the Health and Welfare (HW) SETA.