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Responsible Engaged and Loving (REAL) Fathers Scale Up: Annual Learning Convening 2026 Report

This report summarizes the 2026 learning convening on Uganda's REAL Fathers program, which mentors young fathers of children aged 0-3 to prevent family violence and promote early childhood development through play.

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PDF 2024
Implementing Play Pedagogies Within Rural Early Childhood Development Centres: Practitioners’ Views

This study explores the perspectives and challenges of early childhood development practitioners regarding the implementation of play-based pedagogies in rural South African schools. Findings highlight resource constraints and a need for professional development to support holistic child development.

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PDF 2020
From Traditional Learning to Modern Education: Understanding the Value of Play in Africa’s Childhood Development

This study assesses the historical and contemporary value of traditional African play in early childhood development, utilizing documentary analysis and educator surveys in South Africa and Nigeria. It highlights how indigenous play enhances holistic child development and calls for a trado-modern pedagogical approach in modern African education systems.

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PDF 2015
Thematic Guide: Development in Context – Appropriate Practice for Early Childhood Educators

This guide focuses on developmentally appropriate practice (DAP), child development, culture, and the role of play in early childhood education. Developed for South African foundation phase teacher education, it supports early childhood educators.

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