Stories
The father I needed, the grandfather my son got
Khulile's father showed love through work, not words. He put food on the table but missed every school play, every soccer game. Now retired, that same man doesn't miss a single match when his grandson plays. This contrast is something Khulile still finds difficult to come to terms with.
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Playing Dad film premiere
The premiere of Playing Dad, the seventh installment in its Fathers Matter film series, brought together cast and crew, research and development contributors, corporate leaders and media partners. The evening was a celebration and a moment to reflect on the role of fathers in children's lives.
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[PICS] Playing Dad Launch
Community, glamour, fun and, of course, popcorn were all part of the wonderful media launch of our latest Fathers Matter film Playing Dad at Nu Metro, Hyde Park on 4 June 2025.
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Lessons learned on a path made of LEGO
Play is not soft work. It’s not a distraction from “real parenting”. It is parenting. When a child invites you into their world of play, they’re not asking for entertainment. They’re asking, “Will you take me seriously? Will you choose me?”
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Deepening commitment to positive fatherhood in Soweto
“We are here to imagine a better future, one where every child knows the presence and love of a father," shared Heartlines' Olefile Masangane at the Fathers Matter Ambassadors Conference in Dube, Soweto.
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How my father fathers vs. How my grandfather fathered
Parenting changes with every generation. What worked for one father might not work for another, and each dad brings his own unique touch to raising his kids.
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Helping you help your child when they feel disappointed
Watching your child face disappointment – whether it is repeating a grade, not making a sports team, or being excluded from university due to finances – is one of the hardest things for a father.
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Exploring Fatherhood: Perspectives from a Youth Deanery
Members of the Roman Catholic Youth North Deanery reflect on the transformative roles of fathers and mentors, inspired by the Fathers Matter programme.
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What has your child taught you?
As we approach International Children's Day, it's a time to celebrate not just the joy and wonder that children bring into our lives, but also the invaluable wisdom they impart.
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Fathers Matter partners with police to spread a positive message
Fathers Matter Ambassadors in George recently partnered with police and traffic officials at a local roadblock where the message of Fathers Matter was shared.
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Equipping coaches to tackle fatherlessnes
The sporting world is all about performance but by equipping coaches with the Fathers Matter resources and inspiring them to embrace their role as mentors and father figures.
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Fathers Matter gets the ball rolling with athletes in Jhb
“We want players to be good sportspeople on the field and good fathers and role models off it.” – Bruce Nadin, Stellenbosch FC Chaplain
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