School Year

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

A South African teen receives an unexpected gift from America

December 30, 2013Development & 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?

School Year Blog: For low-income students, life after high school can be daunting

October 25, 2013Development & Education

School Year Blog: Why South African students are afraid to cut class

October 15, 2013Development & Education

School Year Blog: Crashing the ultimate fashion show, a South African prom

October 4, 2013Development & Education

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

October 2, 2013Development & Education

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