External Media

Fathers Matter speaks to Inanda FM

Heartlines' Community Mobilisation Lead Facilitator Jeff Cele's speaks to Inanda FM about the importance of social fathers, highlighting the role they play in addressing fatherlessness in a country where over 60% of children grow up without their biological father being present in the home.

Children need guidance, emotional connection from their dads

Many children describe a "good father" as an involved parent who also meets their basic needs and not someone who provides them with luxuries.

Children's perspectives on fatherhood revealed in impactful report

This timely research delves into how children aged 10 to 16 view their fathers' roles in their lives, particularly against the backdrop of the upcoming 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.

What kids long for in a dad

Study shows that the absence of positive fathering is damaging for children.

Amplifying children's unfiltered perspectives on fatherhood

Heartlines' new research shows that while children see a father’s role as being a provider, they also long for emotional connection.

Present dads key for children's future

The Fathers Matter research report focuses on children’s experiences, observations, and perspectives regarding fatherhood, gender roles and identities, masculinities, and violence. The report gives a voice to those directly affected by these issues.

Children want a father who cares about them

Heartlines Research Team Lead Livhuwani Maphorogo spoke to SAFM about Heartlines Fathers Matter new research into children's perspectives on fatherhood.

World Children’s Day: What South African children long for in fathers

Livhuwani Maphorogo, research manager at Heartlines, shares what children long for in fathers, for World Children’s Day.

Heartlines’ Fathers Matter initiative aims to amplify young voices on fatherhood

Through the voices of youth, Heartlines Fathers Matter seeks to promote healthier relationships between fathers and their children, providing insights that will shape future educational resources and media.

Dad, be there for your kid

For most children, their fathers have not been as involved in child raising as mothers have – especially not in the early years.

Fathers, men and mental health

Coach, educator and psychologist Marlon Botha talks to Bush Radio about how fathers can pursue mental wellness.

Step into the gap

The absence of fathersin South Africa is a critical epidemic. The number of children growing up without a biological father in their lives is among the highest in the world and has severe and far-reaching ramifications.