Empowering oMalume to prevent child abuse
Scholar transport drivers were equipped with crucial knowledge and skills to tackle child abuse, gender-based violence (GBV) and support family welfare.
With the public questioning children’s safety to, from, and in school, the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development held a capacity-building session to empower scholar transport drivers (oMalume).
At the session held in the Umgungundlovu District, oMalume were equipped with crucial knowledge and skills to tackle child abuse and gender-based violence (GBV) and support family welfare.
This programme was designed to equip these community figures with the necessary tools to ensure the safety and well-being of children under their care.
The director for families in the department, Vusi Khoza, said the initiative focused on educating scholar transport drivers on the signs of child abuse and GBV, with emphasis on the importance of understanding and addressing these serious issues.
According to Khoza, the department hopes to empower drivers to take a proactive stance in safeguarding children and preventing harmful incidents.
“This initiative is not just about education – it is a vital step in strengthening our partnership with the South Africa National Taxi Council (SANTACO), ensuring that scholar drivers are equipped to play an active role in protecting children and families,” said Khoza.
He added that through the programme, the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development aims to create stronger community collaborations, promote awareness, and enhance the safety of children in the province.
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