Better Together with Ntombi M

Readings with Thembi Mabena

I want to know why she lied about the stalking and why she lied that I wanted to kill her and our son.

My wife suggested that we get divorced so that we can use the divorce settlement money to help me look for work overseas.

Social Wellness Month is observed every July, promoting the development of healthy relationships, positive community engagement, and strong support systems.
 
In South Africa, it serves as a critical period to counter isolation and foster connection through shared cultural, community, and recreational activities.

My boyfriend of 19 years says I am not his wife or his mother when I hold him accountable.

A single father of a 9-year-old boy says the child has been raised by his grandmother since infancy. He claims the boy’s mother has never been involved or contributed financially. After struggling to find work since his release from prison, he approached the maintenance court but was asked to provide the mother’s employer details. He is seeking help to ensure she supports their child financially.

Neo and Tshadi celebrate their love through song.

 Should parents post their children’s academic achievements on social media?

UN Women South Africa Multi-Country Office, in partnership with the Department of Higher Education and Training, has announced the launch of the 2026 South Africa Coding Boot Camp under the African Girls Can Code Initiative.
 
The 10-day camp runs from today until the 9th of July 2026 in Bloemfontein.
 
Over the ten days, participants will receive hands-on training in computational thinking, Scratch programming, artificial intelligence, UI/UX design, cybersecurity, mobile application development, robotics, and fashion-tech innovation.

 My relationship with my mother has historically been strained due to her long-term alcohol dependency.