SA Morning Soapbox | International Day of the Boy Child

“Boys Matter Too”: Bldr. (Dr.) Abdulhakeem Odegade Sparks Hope on International Day of the Boy Child

Akmodel Group Managing Director, Builder (Dr.) Abdulhakeem Odegade, in recognition of the International Day of the Boy Child (IDBC), has extended his heartfelt message of support, encouragement, and celebration to boys across Nigeria and around the world. Dr. Odegade emphasized the importance of raising boys with values, integrity, and a strong sense of responsibility, stating: “Today, we honor the unique potential and value of every boy. As fut…

SA celebrates International Day of the Boy Child with national call to action

By Johnathan Paoli The Basic Education Department has marked the country’s inaugural International Day of the Boy Child with a call to address the emotional, educational and societal challenges facing boys, who are increasingly being left behind. In her keynote address, Minister Siviwe Gwarube emphasised the importance of creating safe, nurturing environments for boys. “This is not a competition between boys and girls,” she said. “We are calling…

SPU commemorates the inaugural International Day of the Boy Child - Sol Plaatje University

SPU commemorates the inaugural International Day of the Boy Child........................................................................

International Day of the Boy Child 2025 - World Federation Against Drugs

On the International Day of the Boy Child, we take a moment to reflect on the unique challenges boys and young men face and the urgent need to support their mental health and emotional wellbeing. As they grow, boys are often surrounded by societal norms that equate masculinity with silence, emotional suppression, and self-reliance at all costs. These expectations can isolate boys, discourage them from seeking help, and limit their ability to exp…

SA Morning Soapbox | International day of the boy child

SA Morning Soapbox | International day of the boy child Minenhle.Thusi Fri, 05/16/2025 - 09:01 DURBAN - International Day of the Boy Child is celebrated on 16 May each year.The day highlights the significance of boys’ welfare and the difficulties they encounter, while also honouring the positive contributions they make to their families and communities.This morning on the South African Morning Soapbox, we want to know what message you would lik…

South Africa urged to rethink masculinity on Boy Child Day

As the world marks International Day of the Boy Child on 16 May, South African experts are sounding the alarm about a growing emotional crisis affecting boys across the country — a crisis rooted in outdated ideas about masculinity and silence around vulnerability, Cape {town} Etc reports. In many homes, classrooms and communities, boys are still being raised under the age-old rule: ‘boys don’t cry.’ While this phrase may seem harmless, it is a k…