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    Caregiver Challenges in Caring for Children Living with Intellectual Challenges: a Case of Three Centres in Thulamela Local Municipality
    (2025-09-05) Mugovhoro, Talifhani; Baloyi, T. V.
    Intellectual disability poses a significant challenge on a global scale. This study aims to explore the challenges faced by caregivers of children with intellectual disabilities in daycare centres in Thulamela Local Municipality. The study adopted the qualitative approach, utilising an exploratory research design to achieve its objectives. Non-probability sampling, specifically the purposive sampling method, was employed to select participants based on specific criteria. A total of six caregivers from three identified daycare centres participated in the study. Data was gathered through face-to-face semi-structured interviews and analysed thematically. The ecosystem theory served as a framework for understanding the interactions between individuals and their environments. The findings revealed that caregivers encounter numerous challenges while providing care to children with intellectual disabilities. Key challenges identified included health issues, low income and a lack of formal training. The study highlights the urgent need for comprehensive support systems to assist caregivers in managing their responsibilities effectively.
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    The lived experiences of bullying among secondary school learners at Malamulele East Circuit
    (2026-05-19) Hlungwane, Manase; Baloyi, T. V.
    The rise of bullying in schools is a significant social challenge occurring worldwide. This study explored the lived experiences of bullying among learners at Govhu Secondary School, Gidjana Secondary School, and Madonsi High School in the Malamulele East Circuit, located in the Vhembe District Municipality. The study was qualitative in nature and used a phenomenological research design, enabling the researcher to explore the lived experiences of bullying among secondary school learners. A non-probability sampling method, specifically purposive sampling, was employed, allowing the researcher to select three schools from the eleven secondary schools in the circuit. Purposive sampling was also used to select the participants from the entire population. An interview guide was used to collect data. The semi-structured interviews were used to collect data, which were then thematically analysed. This study was guided by Social Learning Theory. The results of the study shows that bullying is a serious social challenge which keeps occurring in schools. Which results to unfavourable learning-teaching environment, and that requires collaboration of school management, parents, stakeholders and DOBE in order to minimize or prevent its occurrence.