5 Benefits of a Childhood Development Career

Choosing a career in childhood development is choosing a path filled with unique rewards and fulfilling moments.

This field offers a profound opportunity to make a positive impact on young lives, foster growth, and contribute to the well-being of future generations. Here are five key benefits of entering the childhood development field:

Police warn against bullying in schools

NOORDWESTER  - POTCHEFSTROOM – The South African Police Service (SAPS) has expressed concern regarding repeated violent incidents at schools that required police intervention since the beginning of 2024. 
In one incident reported in February, grade 11 and 12 learners fought due to bullying and Public Order Policing (POP) members were mobilised to calm down the situation. In another incident earlier this month, a common assault case was reported after a grade 8 pupil was allegedly assaulted in the bathroom by older boys.

Alleged missing docket leads to arrest

NOORDWESTER – HARTBEESFONTEIN - Ina van der Westhuizen (43) appeared in the Hartbeesfontein Periodical Court on Tuesday, 9 April for theft and defeating the ends of justice. 
She was granted bail of R2000 and is expected to reappear before the court on Tuesday, 28 May.
Van der Westhuizen, who is a Sergeant stationed at Hartbeesfontein, was arrested on Tuesday, 9 April for alleged theft of a murder case docket, in which her close friend was charged.