Bullying
latest news & developmentsCrime is increasingly detected online but policing remains offline
Being digitally present is a form of accountability: it signals that the station is not hiding behind central bureaucracy when communities are scared. It also enhances…
Student wins institutional bullying battle after racism claim at private varsity
The student says that, after she was abused and belittled, instead of addressing the claims, the college launched disciplinary proceedings against her
The ongoing trauma of carrying the wound of childhood abuse
Acceptance of abusive workplace situations often has its roots in childhood trauma. There are no simple routes into healing, but the work must be done – and shared
Workplace bullying in the digital age
It’s an old problem, but now it’s on new (online) platforms
Cyber disorders: Spiraling effects of mental health and technology
The increase in mental health challenges in our homes and workplaces calls for greater attention from our leaders
Top private school Roedean rocked by bullying claims
The junior school has been accused by parents of not taking action to stop the alleged verbal and physical abuse by three learners
Building an ethical, capable state is child’s play but we look the other way
This generation has no fear of authority. They will not submit to injustice or silently overlook wrongdoing or bullying. What is wrong with us?
Academic bullying in the sciences, an international perspective
It is important to support victims of bullying in academic life and help them become less dependent on potential bullies
School bullies: ‘Hurt people hurt people’
Schools cannot resolve a child’s abusive behaviour alone — parents and society teach them to bully
SAHRC hearings: The lies and incompetence behind bullying and crimes in schools
Some principals do not have the skills to compile bullying reports; others fear being victimised. This has led to children battling the scourge alone
Education department to run campaign against bullying
Incidents of violence and bullying at schools have been on the spotlight recently
‘I was bullied and I still carry the scars’
Bongekile Macupe had self-esteem issues because of how she was belittled in primary school.
Editorial: Beware the cruel noise of Twitter
Users of social media and journalists need to take care when posting or reporting about children and tragic events
Q&A Sessions: ‘The work I do at UCT is not about me’ — Mamokgethi Phakeng
UCT vice-chancellor Mamokgethi Phakeng talks to Nicolene de Wee about transformation, the bullying claims against her, and her passion for music
Q&A Sessions: ‘I think I was born way before my time’ — Mamodupi Mohlala
The chief executive of the Estate Agency Affairs Board and the deputy chair of the SABC board, shares her take on retrenchments at the public broadcaster and reveals why she…