VOICED : “Despierta a un nino” para un futuro mejor

In Beacon Valley, Cape Town, unemployment, crime, and drug use are prevalent, making school attendance challenging for children. A group of mothers is working to change this by waking children up, providing breakfast, and repairing uniforms. Methamphetamine use has spread in the community, affecting not just users but the entire area. Despite these challenges, the mothers aim to give children the best chance at education. According to the World Economic Forum, 70% of South Africans aged 15-34 are unemployed, and in 2013, less than half of students were expected to complete their education. However, with the efforts of these mothers, these numbers may improve.

What are some of the challenges faced by children in Beacon Valley?

• High tuition fees

• Lack of schools

• Overcrowded classrooms

• Unemployment, crime, and drugs

What is TIC, and why is it a problem in the community?

• A cheap and addictive drug

• A community center

• A type of food

• A local festival

How do the mothers in Beacon Valley help children attend school?

• By providing transportation

• By teaching them at home

• By waking them up and preparing breakfast

• By offering scholarships

What additional support do the mothers provide to ensure children are comfortable at school?

• They offer after-school tutoring

• They provide free textbooks

• They collect and repair second-hand uniforms

• They buy new uniforms

What percentage of South Africans aged 15 to 34 are unemployed, according to the World Economic Forum?

• 80%

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%