Klipspruit West Library, in collaboration with the South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA) and Klipspruit West Clinic, hosted a substance abuse awareness programme at Tshilidzi Primary School on 5 March 2025.
The event, themed “Ke Moja – I’m Fine Without Drugs”, aimed to educate Grade 7 learners about the dangers of substance abuse and empower them to make informed, positive choices.
SANCA representatives highlighted various harmful substances and their detrimental effects on individuals and communities. The Klipspruit West Clinic team outlined the health risks associated with drug use.
The library staff demonstrated how learners could access valuable information through books and online resources, encouraging them to join the library and utilise its tools for both academic and personal development.
Rorisang Tshetlo, a Grade 7 learner, shared: “I learned that drugs can harm not only my body but also my future. Now I know how to say no and help my friends make better choices.”
The programme provided a platform for learners to ask questions, discuss peer pressure, and reflect on the importance of making sound decisions. Klipspruit West Library remains dedicated to equipping young people with the knowledge and resources they need to lead healthy and drug-free lives.
Written by Mpho Mokwena