In the modern world, people have become very busy with technology. Work in many offices is now done using smartphones, and social networks are constantly used for entertainment and communication. However, sometimes parents continue to use phones even when spending time with their children. This habit can gradually create distance in the relationship between children and parents.
A study was conducted involving 284 children aged 10 to 15. Participants were surveyed about how often their parents use smartphones, what feelings they experience because of this, and how they behave. The goal was to understand the impact of parents' constant engagement with phones on children.
The study showed that when a child tries to talk to their parents, but the parents' attention is focused on the phone, the child may experience strong anger and sadness. They feel ignored. If this happens regularly, it can negatively affect the child's personality and cause negative emotions.
When parents are constantly occupied with their phone screen, the child, despite numerous attempts, may give up. They begin to feel that conversation is pointless. Gradually, they distance themselves from their parents, and the bond between them weakens.
In our time, people already have little time to spend with their children. If a child is talking and you are busy with your phone, the amount of personal interaction decreases, which can lead the child to feel emotionally lonely.
According to the study results, to maintain a good relationship with a child, healthy digital habits should be adopted. Do not use your phone while talking to your child or during meals. If you need to check your phone for an urgent reason, inform your child that you will finish the task and then talk calmly. This will help the child understand your position and strengthen the bond between parents and children.
A group of Ugandan citizens who returned from South Africa is undergoing a patriotic training program at the National Institute of Leadership (NALI) in Kyankwanzi. This initiative is part of a government program aimed at facilitating their social reintegration.
Video materials that appeared on TikTok demonstrate how the returning Ugandans participate in military-style training, physical fitness, and patriotic education at the National Institute of Leadership (NALI) in Kyankwanzi, Uganda. These videos were published on the official TikTok account of Helen Seku, the Ugandan Commissioner for the National Secretariat of the Patriotism Corps (NSPC) at the State House.
The reintegration and rehabilitation program lasts for 15 days and is designed to help Ugandan citizens returning from South Africa adapt to life in society. Participants undergo marching exercises, physical fitness classes, combat training, and receive medical examinations and treatment from the government.
The first group of participants successfully completed the training during a graduation ceremony attended by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on July 19. Helen Seku emphasized that this initiative has no political agenda but is intended to instill patriotism among all Ugandan citizens.
According to Seku, patriotism is a call to every citizen of the country, which is enshrined in the Constitution, requiring all citizens to love their country without discrimination based on political parties or race. She noted that people who previously opposed it, including 90% of the participants, are returnees from NUP because they could not survive, and they were welcomed home without any discrimination.
According to a statement from the Office of the President of Uganda, the ideological orientation and rehabilitation program exceeded expectations, and many participants now view Uganda as the best place to realize their skills and build a future. Seku reported that 1030 Ugandans are currently enrolled in the program, including 438 men, 261 women, and 331 children aged from infancy to 16 years.
These groups were repatriated after leaving their homes, workplaces, and businesses in South Africa amid a wave of protests against illegal immigration. The program focuses on teaching patriotism, national identity, leadership, and economic development. Seku mentioned that many arrived in a state of trauma, hopelessness, and uncertainty due to the loss of livelihoods they had built over years in South Africa. However, the intensive orientation program changed their outlook.
She added that the participants now value their country, and many realized they were unaware of Uganda's opportunities, wealth, and economic potential, considering it the best country to live in. Seku also expressed gratitude to President Museveni for his compassion and willingness to support Ugandans in rebuilding their lives.
As part of the 'Improvement and Generosity in the District' event in the village of Berdak, Korauzak district, the social situation and living conditions of citizen Zhuzimgul Khabibova were studied. It was established that the family breadwinner had passed away, and the citizen lives in difficult social conditions with two minor children.
A thorough inspection of the residential premises revealed serious foundation defects, signs of structural collapse, and large cracks in the walls. Furthermore, it was found that the door and window structures were outdated and unfit for use.
According to the technical conclusion, repairing this house was deemed economically and structurally unfeasible, and reconstruction was impossible because the house was built adjacent to two other apartments. Since this apartment became uninhabitable, to improve the housing conditions of the family, considering their difficult social situation, a new two-room apartment, fully equipped with all amenities, within the territory of the 'Zhuzimbag' settlement in the Kegeyli district, was purchased and handed over to citizen Zhuzimgul Khabibova.
Islambek Tajetdinov, deputy head of the 'Waqf' charitable public foundation branch in Karakalpakstan, reported that in the current year, the old apartment of citizen Mehribon Kashimbetova in the 'Dostlik' village of Tahiyatosh district was completely destroyed, and a modern new four-room house was built in its place and put into operation. Work on repairing the housing of citizen Sarviniso Khudayberdieva from the 'Pakhtachi' village of Ellikkal'a district, who was affected by a fire, has also been completed, and the house was handed over to her.
To implement these charitable activities, the 'Waqf' charitable public foundation allocated 80 million sums. Moreover, over the past few months of the current year, the branch has provided assistance to 622 low-income families in Karakalpakstan who are without a breadwinner and need support. This aid included 164 million 320 thousand sums of food for 622 families, 12 million 820 thousand sums of beef for 63 families, 119 million 783 thousand 440 sums of children's clothing and toys for 1855 families, as well as material assistance amounting to 18 million sums for treatment and medicine for 6 families.
A Congolese entrepreneur who destroyed thousands of rand worth of equipment in her Melmoth salon spoke about the reasons for this dramatic incident. She stated that she did so after being told she no longer had the right to run the salon due to her foreign citizenship.
The woman shared the grief she experienced during the confrontation, insisting that she legally resides in South Africa and has invested significant funds in her business. She claimed that a group of people informed her that foreigners were prohibited from owning salons, and that these businesses would be transferred to South African entrepreneurs. Initially, she ignored these remarks, believing they would not lead to any action.
According to the woman, what hurt her the most was the accusation that she was an unregistered Mozambican citizen, which she vehemently denies. She emphasized: 'What upset me was that they said I was an illegal immigrant from Mozambique. I am Congolese and legally reside in South Africa.'
The confrontation occurred just days after she paid R12,000 rent for the salon, causing her concern about recovering her invested capital. In an attempt to find an amicable solution, the woman invited one of the women involved in the discussion to inspect the salon and ask her to imagine what she would do in the same situation. She explained that she had invested over R120,000 in the salon's equipment.
Furthermore, according to the woman, she was asked how much she wanted for the business, and she initially valued it based on her investments. She stated that the amount was reduced to R50,000, which she agreed to, but then another man rejected this figure and allegedly offered her only R10,000. She commented: 'I asked one of the women to look at my business and asked if she could leave the salon to someone for free if she were in my place. I told her I spent over R120,000 on equipment. She convinced me to agree to R50,000, but then the man said that R50,000 was too much, and that R10,000 would suffice. I asked her how such a small amount could help me.'
The woman also reported that her handbag was snatched during the confrontation. Her account came against the backdrop of statements from the group behind the alleged takeover, according to which anyone wishing to run the salon must make substantial investments. This group claims that potential operators must spend over R11,000 on renovations, pay R12,000 in monthly rent, and invest about R101,000 in new salon equipment. The group also stated that the salon premises are available to anyone willing to invest.
