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Sive (SEE-vay), a South African high school student, enjoys his new couch.

A South African teen receives an unexpected gift from America

Development & Education

An American radio listener heard the story of an impoverished South African high school student and raised $1,000 to help him. How would he respond?

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Video: Learning to Succeed

Development & Education
Tandie chats with The World's audience on Facebook.

South African teen explains what it’s like to be kind of famous in America

Tandie all dressed up for the prom.

From the shacks to the prom, a South African girl’s night of glamour

Should South African High Schools Distribute Free Condoms?

School Year Blog: Should South African High Schools Distribute Free Condoms?

Development & Education
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