Being a single father

Video , Being a father , Working with fathers

"I am single father and it's very nice yet challenging...The good part is you are seeing everything that is taking place around your child. But from my side I know I am alone" – Gosiame. 

Watch the video to learn more about Gosiame's experience as a single father. 

Featured

Co parenting challenges 1

Common challenges when trying to make co-parenting work

Read more about Common challenges when trying to make co-parenting work

You may also like

Co parenting challenges 2

How to overcome co-parenting challenges for your child’s well-being

Co-parenting Series: Part 5

Tshepiso Matentjie, a psychologist and life coach, talks to us about how the impact of unresolved conflicts between co-parents on children can be lessened.

Read more about How to overcome co-parenting challenges for your child’s well-being
Co parenting challenges 1

Common challenges when trying to make co-parenting work

Co-parenting Series: Part 4

Educational psychologist and life coach, Tshepiso Matentjie offers some important insights for fathers and mothers who are trying to make co-parenting work.

Read more about Common challenges when trying to make co-parenting work
FMAC WC Feature Image
Marlon Botha

'Fatherhood is a life or death issue'

When men look at their own childhood experiences and create space for sharing and healing, it frees them up to be a positive father influence for future generations. This was the message from the latest Fathers Matter Ambassadors Conference in the Western Cape. 

Read more about 'Fatherhood is a life or death issue'
Bikers Gallery Maybe 2

How to have a healthy social father relationship

Nkosinathi Sixabayi’s life was changed for the better by the men who were social fathers to him, and as an adult he is now intentional about being a positive, safe role model for other children too.

Read more about How to have a healthy social father relationship
Social Fathers Blog
Bonolo Mokua

It takes a village – and social fathers are here for the fatherless

Social fathering is about carrying the "essence" of positive fatherhood into all of life. When men step up as positive role models for children who aren't their biological kids, it reflects the beauty of community.

Read more about It takes a village – and social fathers are here for the fatherless
FMAC KZN Group Picture

‘There’s an opportunity for every father to change the future’

At the KwaZulu-Natal Fathers Matter Ambassadors Conference, delegates from different parts of the province gathered to discuss the importance of fatherhood, share their fatherhood stories and brainstorm solutions to our nation’s fatherhood challenges.

Read more about ‘There’s an opportunity for every father to change the future’