A historic moment for children’s rights! South Africa has officially adopted the Children20 (C20) under its G20 Presidency👏Young people will help shape policies on mental health, food security, climate justice, digital inclusion & education. 📸 Hold My Hand SA

Today is International Day of the Girl Child👑 This year’s theme, “Elevating Girls’ Voices for Sustainable Development,” reminds us that progress begins when girls are safe, heard & free to lead🌸 For 30 years, #NMCF has worked to make that a reality💛 #ServeLikeMadiba

From understanding government to analysing budgets, today’s UNICEF x NMCF Legacy Academy workshop equips youth to advocate for children’s priorities in SA’s budgets.

🎉Happy birthday, Mama Graça

Happening today! Join us at 11:00 AM SAST for AI & Digital Safety 101: Understanding the Risks, Tools, and Child Rights Implications. The speakers will unpack how tech, ethics & advocacy intersect, and what it means for the next generation. 🕚 Join here: zoom.us/j/95479664115?…

Refilwe Mokoena, Head of the Child Safety & Protection Programme, joins global changemakers at the inaugural Peace Begins at Home Summit, a one-day virtual event exploring how peace, safety, and justice start in our homes & communities. 🎟️Register: peacebeginsathomesummit.org

Our children are participating at the Regional Psychosocial Support Initiative (REPSSI) in Zambia. This year’s theme, “SEE US,” calls for greater prioritisation of children & youth in policy, research & investment. #NMCF30 #REPSSI2025 #ChildWellbeing #MandelaKids

Art that speaks louder than words! Ahead of the REPSSI MHPSS Children’s Forum, our children joined the Art Creation Challenge, painting what “SEE US” means to them. Their art reflects powerful messages on mental health, belonging & being heard. #NMCF30 #REPSSI2025 #SEEUS

💬 The NMCF child delegation presented on mental health & digital safety at the REPSSI pre-forum in Lusaka, sharing how online spaces impact young minds & well-being. #NMCF30 #REPSSI2025 #SEEUS #MandelaKids #DigitalSafety

At this year’s Peace Begins at Home Summit, Refilwe Mokoena, Head of the Child Safety & Protection Programme at #NMCF, joins global changemakers to share how strengthening child protection systems lays the foundation for peaceful societies. 🗓️29 Oct 2025 🎟️peacebeginsathomesummit.org

🎙️Join Dr Linda Ncube-Nkomo, CEO at NMCF, tonight on METROFM SABC with Faith Mangope, as she unpacks one of South Africa’s most pressing challenges — bullying in schools 🙅‍♀️ 🕣 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM 📻 Listen live: metrofm.co.za/metro-fm/liste… #ServeLikeMadiba #EndBullying #MetroFMTalk

🚨 Notice: The Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund Gala Event is postponed to 2026. We appreciate your understanding and continued support. Further updates will be shared in due course.

🥗 For 30 years, NMCF has worked to ensure every child grows, thrives & reaches their full potential. This #AfricaFoodSecurityDay, we stand for a future where no child faces hunger or malnutrition. 💛 Support our work👉 nelsonmandelachildrensfund.com/donate-now/ #ServeLikeMadiba #NMCF30Years

Today we celebrate our nation's children👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 We believe young people are not just beneficiaries of change, they're meant to be driving it. We’re committed to creating spaces where children are included, listened to & empowered to speak up. Support our work: nelsonmandelachildrensfund.com/donate-now/

Happy Children’s Month! 🇿🇦 Our children’s voices matter. Every right, every dream, every child counts. Let’s keep building a South Africa where they’re heard, safe, and loved. 🌱🌱