Predictors of metabolic syndrome among teachers in under-resourced schools in South Africa
Baseline findings from the KaziHealth workplace health intervention. We are happy to share the latest article published by our research group: Predictors of metabolic syndrome among teachers in under-resourced schools in South Africa: Baseline findings from the...Empowering the Siyaphakama Coaches Through Physical Education: UNESCO-Supported Workshop Builds Capacity in South African Schools
In an effort to promote inclusive and quality physical education (PE) in under-resourced schools, 35 coaches from the Siyaphakama Zwide Schools – a joint programme between the Kolisi Foundation, United Through Sport, and Ubuntu Pathways and coaches from the...Fresh from the ‘field’: Monitoring & Evaluation of Physical Education in the Siyaphakama Programme
Quarterly monitoring and evaluation (M&E) visits were conducted to participating Siyaphakama programme schools. The Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) visits to the participating schools as part of the Siyaphakama programme, a joint research project with the...Assessing Fundamental Movement Skills
Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS) are the essential building blocks of movement in early childhood. These basic motor patterns—encompassing locomotor, manipulative, and stability skills—form the foundation for specialised and advanced abilities used in organised...Childhood Hypertension Screening: Work Integrated Learning with NMU Biokinetics Students
In April, Nelson Mandela University’s 3rd and 4th year Biokinetics students had the opportunity to participate in a research project aimed at health initiatives in children. Collaborating with KaziBantu and the Siyaphakama Zwide Schools project, the students...UNESCO report published on ‘The Global State of Play’
Active lifestyles are key to ensuring both individual well-being and sustainable, social development. Quality Physical Education (QPE) plays a key role in achieving this by fostering lifelong physical activity, improving young people’s mental and emotional well-being,...Empowering Communities Through Health: Nelson Mandela University Biokinetics Students Lead Workplace Wellness Initiative
In a transformative display of community engagement and practical learning, 3rd and 4th year Biokinetics students from Nelson Mandela University engaged in a rewarding experience as part of their work-integrated learning, collaborating on a KaziHealth workplace...Children’s Health Related Physical Fitness
Over the past two weeks, we’ve had the privilege of visiting the Siyaphakma schools and conducting Health-Related Physical Fitness (HRPF) testing with Grade 4-7 learners. More than just obtaining immediate results, this initiative aims to cultivate a culture of...Patricia Arnaiz completes her doctorate in Public Health with top marks
Patricia Arnaiz, a member of the UNESCO Chair team, successfully defended her doctoral thesis with the top grade ‘Summa Cum Laude’.