Higher Health South Africa

Higher Health is dedicated to promoting the health and wellbeing of nearly two million students in the post-school education system. #HigherHealthAtWork

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[DAY 4 OF YOUTH MONTH CAMPAIGN]

What does it mean to be an active citizen in the fight against Gender-Based Violence?

For Mthobisi Ndwandwe, a Higher Health Peer Educator from the @UNIZULUongoye, GBV module within the Civic and Soft Skills Programme provided a new perspective.

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Higher Health Congratulates CEO, Professor @RamneekHH , on African Health Excellence Awards Nomination

Higher Health is proud to congratulate our CEO, Professor Ramneek Ahluwalia, on his nomination for the 2026 African Health Excellence Awards.

#AfricanHealthExcellenceAwards

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“The biggest lesson I have learned is that people are more likely to open up when you are closer to them.”

For Seribana Maryjane, a Higher Health Peer Educator from Vhembe TVET College (Makwarela Campus) being a Peer Educator has been about more than providing information.

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[DAY 3 OF YOUTH MONTH CAMPAIGN]

Today, Makukwe Livhuwani , a Higher Health Peer Educator from Vhembe TVET College (Makwarela Campus) reflects on her journey as a Peer Educator and the impact the programme has had on her personal growth and leadership development.

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Peer Educators, Akhona Maphumulo and Sibabalwe Maqabuka from Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) together with Higher Health Campus Care Worker Velisiwe Ngema, highlight why student mental health matters and the importance of seeking support when needed.

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[DAY 2 OF YOUTH MONTH CAMPAIGN]

Africa Prince Mfanelo Bhengu, a Peer Educator from IYUNIVESITHI Walter Sisulu introduces today’s topic: Why Student Health Matters and Where to Access Psychosocial Support.

#HigherHealth #DHET #YouthMonth #30DaysOfAction #StudentHealthMatters

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[DAY 1 OF YOUTH MONTH CAMPAIGN]

As part of our Youth Month campaign, Mpho Phurutsi, a Peer Educator from Ekurhuleni East TVET College (Daveyton Campus) and an NC(V) Level 2 Electrical Engineering student, shares what Youth Month means to him.

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[DAY 1 OF YOUTH MONTH CAMPAIGN]:

Mmathabo Letsiane, one of our Peer Educators from Ekurhuleni East TVET College, Kwa-Thema Campus, shares her reflection on what Youth Month means to her.

#HigherHealth #DHET #HigherEducation #YouthMonth #30DaysOfAction

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Higher Health in collaboration with the Department of Health and Gert Sibande TVET College (Evander Campus), recently hosted a dialogue session aimed at educating students on HIV prevention, including information on PrEP, PEP and the Lenacapavir injection.

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Higher Health in collaboration with Durban University of Technology (DUT) Student Health, recently hosted the Annual Health and Wellness Fair aimed at promoting health awareness, student wellness and access to support services within the campus community.

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At the 19th International NGO Forum, held in official partnership with @UNESCO under the theme “Building Together a Culture of Peace Across Africa,” Prof @RamneekHH chaired key sessions and delivered an address on peacebuilding, dialogue and cooperation.

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Higher Health Campus Care Worker Velisiwe Ngema, together with Peer Educators at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT), recently hosted a sexual health awareness focused on educating students about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and the importance of contraception.

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Today we celebrate Africa’s rich culture, unity and vibrant spirit while advancing youth health, wellbeing, holistic development, and skills for life.

We strengthen youth development through our Civic and Soft Skills Programme which is QCTO- accredited at NQF-Level 5

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During the recent Men’s Indaba Dialogue Session hosted by Higher Health in collaboration with the University of Mpumalanga, Families South Africa (FAMSA) and Masikhulumeni Madoda, Peer Educator Hlulani Sean Nkuna shared a reflection on the silent struggles many men face.

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[MEN’S INDABA DIALOGUE SESSION]

Higher Health in collaboration with the University of Mpumalanga, Families South Africa (FAMSA) and Masikhulumeni Madoda, recently hosted a Men’s Indaba Dialogue Session focused on the struggles boys face when transitioning into manhood.

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Higher Health Civic and Soft Skills Programme students from the University of Venda together with Peer Educators, recently embarked on an educational trip to Mapungubwe Nature Resort to celebrate the successful completion of the Civic and Soft Skills Programme.

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[SUBSTANCE USE & STUDENT LIFE DIALOGUE]

Higher Health Campus Care Worker Sandhleni Innocentia, from the University of Mpumalanga together with Peer Educator Simangaliso Maila, recently facilitated a dialogue session titled “Turn Up or Turn Down: Substance Use & Student Life.”

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[PEER EDUCATOR TRAINING]

Higher Health recently facilitated a Peer Educator Training Programme at Goldfields TVET College in collaboration with Khanyisa Ignite and Goldfields Family Advice Centre, both NGOs implementing within the district.

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Higher Health in collaboration with Vaal University of Technology (VUT), successfully hosted a Peer Education Training Programme aimed at equipping Peer Educators with the knowledge and skills required to effectively serve as ambassadors of the FTF within the student community.

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Higher Health in collaboration with Shane Grique Advice and Development Centre, SAPS, Traffic Officers, Virgin Active and the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), recently hosted a Gender-Based Violence and Sexual Harassment Awareness March at NCU TVET College