​​​​​​​Every day is full of success stories. Here are examples from satisfied LegalWise Members.

The decriminalisation of cannabis won't protect employees violating their employers' policies

We visit the township of Nyanga as we continue to follow the young leaders who have shown the courage to choose a brighter future with the support of The Message Trust Community Transformation Hubs.

Lobolo is a beautiful celebration of the African culture, it is the coming together of two families. With the evolution of time, African customs have also had to adapt and consider what the law says in its application

If you are a parent or caregiver of a child with a severe disability, read on

South Africa has a very high prevalence of gender-based violence. The World Health Organisation reports that our rate of femicide is five times more than the global average. In light of these shocking statistics, the laws in GBV and sexual offences are being tightened and there were a few amendment bills announced to close loopholes and curb the exploitation of the legal system by perpetrators of GBV.

The LegalWise Member Bursary Programme has been assisting students to obtain a tertiary qualification since 2006. While receiving a bursary has obvious financial benefits, over the years we have come to realise that students require much more than finances in order to successfully complete their studies. As such, the programme has evolved to include a mentorship aspect which provides our Bursary Holders with ongoing academic guidance and psychosocial support to provide them with skills which will enable them to succeed in their chosen field.

The mental health of children is important but is often neglected. As the saying goes, the future lies in the hands of the children. Therefore, their health plays a significant role. While the general health of children is important, the mental health of children is equally important and is often neglected in comparison to their physical health.