Rethinking Social Sex Talk With Young People

Conversations on ‘sex’ in many homes are largely non-existent. This is despite the fact that we come from a largely pluralistic community, with some who view themselves as liberal, and others more conservative; with those who embrace pre-marital sex, albeit usually privately and those who ascribe to the idea that sex is a ‘duty’ reserved for consummation of the union of marriage.

The story of sex itself has been written by various actors; including culture, tradition, school education and religious beliefs. We hardly talk about actual sex with young people.

The first time an adult ever spoke to me about sex, I was in standard four, in an extra curricular class called, “family planning”.

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Justice served, but healing must follow

His horrific actions, betraying the trust placed in him to protect children have rightly been met with the full force of the law. Whilst we commend the court’s decision, this case forces us to confront uncomfortable truths about safeguarding our children and the lifelong scars such abuse leaves.Magistrate Kefilwe Resheng’s firm sentencing sends a powerful message that those who harm children will face severe consequences. Her words rightly...

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