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PlayConnect+ Playgroups PlayConnect+ Playgroups are designed for families of children aged 0-8 years who have unique needs association with having an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or autism-like characteristics in communication, behaviour or social skills. If you are looking for a playgroup that is aware of sensory needs and input, smaller group sizes and hoping to meet parents that might be experiencing similar challenges, PlayConnect+ might be just what you need. PlayConnect+ playgroups welcome all children with disability and/or developmental concerns and their families, carers and siblings.  A diagnosis or formal assessment is not necessary. FREE and run by Playgroup SA qualified…

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Issued on: 11/08/2023 – 16:45Modified: 11/08/2023 – 16:53 04:05 © France 24 There are growing concerns about the deportation of subsarharn Africans from Tunisia. Since early July, many were deported to the Libyan and Algerian borders, in the desert. There was an international outcry and many were repatriated. But the team at INFO MIGRANTS has uncovered some shocking details about a group of migrants being held against their will at a high school. Arno Pedram, reporter with InfoMigrants, gives his analysis. Read more on related topics:

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An emergency kit shouldn’t be taken lightly. It’s important to start with a basic kit, considering it as a work-in-progress, continually adding and refining as you go along. Your emergency kit should contain essentials such as water, food, a flashlight, batteries, money, and important documents.Your emergency kit should be easily accessible. It can include items that are not food or water-related like clothing, toiletries, and spare glasses. If you have babies, remember to include diapers or formula milk. Keep it in an easy-to-carry container in case an evacuation situation arises.Learning Critical Survival SkillsHaving survival skills is a huge advantage. This…

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Issued on: 11/08/2023 – 17:03Modified: 11/08/2023 – 17:32 03:37 © France 24 There are growing tensions in Niger and the possibility of military intervention there by the West African bloc known as ECOWAS. West African military chiefs are set to meet next week. The group has directed a “standby force” to restore constitutional order in Niger following a military coup two weeks ago. Meanwhile there are concerns about the health of Niger’s democratically elected president, Mohamed Bazoum. He’s been under house arrest at the presidential palace and the junta has reportedly threatened to kill him if ECOWAS takes military action.…

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Learning a new language opens up a world of possibilities. It enables effective communication, fosters cultural understanding, and builds a solid foundation in classroom Spanish–crucial for students. Also, it’s essential to know and apply strategies to help out your students on their way to proficiency. Describing a classroom in Spanish to your children will help them as they can repeat the words constantly throughout the lessons. Acquiring this vocabulary is essential for active participation. In this article, we will cover the importance of learning classroom Spanish and go through a comprehensive list of objects in the classroom. This lesson is…

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Muddy Hands Festival Get ready for muddy fun on Friday 6 October 2023 at Muddy Hands Festival!  Roll around in the mud, make potions and seed bombs, build a cubby, become a next generation pollinator and immerse yourself in everything the great outdoors has to offer. Other children’s entertainment and educational stalls will be on site as well as multiple food vendors to cater to all your snack, coffee and lunch needs. This free, family friendly, mud play event is conducted in partnership with Nature Play SA.    Activities: Nature potions and tinkering Sunflower bee bombs Geocaching Mud pit and…

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Back to homepage / Shows / Eye on Africa Issued on: 15/08/2023 – 23:11 12:43 Eye on Africa France 24 © France 24 On today’s show we bring you the latest from Niger. The military-appointed prime minister made an unannounced visit to neighbouring Chad for ‘a working visit’. This as  junta said that it was open to talks to resolve the regional crisis. Ecowas’ military chiefs meanwhile will meet on Thursday to discuss the possible intervention. We also bring you the latest from Ethiopia. Health officials say airstrike on a crowded town square in restive Amhara region killed at least…

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Kouoh said that she decided to take the job after many conversations with Black colleagues. “There was a feeling that we cannot let this fail,” she said. “The scale and ambition of Zeitz MOCAA is unique on the continent and someone had to take responsibility and make this museum live up to its rightful ambitions.”When she arrived in May 2019, her first priority was to reorganize the galleries, which were scattered over more than 100 small spaces. She took advantage of an already planned William Kentridge exhibition to break down walls, and create more breathing space, then set about defining…

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More than one million people have fled Sudan to neighbouring states and people inside the country are running out of food and dying due to lack of healthcare after four months of war, the United Nations warned on Tuesday. Issued on: 15/08/2023 – 21:17 2 min Fighting between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has devastated the capital Khartoum and sparked ethnically-driven attacks in Darfur, threatening to plunge Sudan into a protracted civil war and destabilise the region.”Time is running out for farmers to plant the crops that will feed them and their neighbours. Medical supplies…

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Issued on: 11/08/2023 – 17:06Modified: 11/08/2023 – 17:34 03:33 © France 24 The president of Ivory Coast said there could be military action “as soon as possible” in Niger. France and the US both have troops in Niger. FRANCE 24’s International Affairs Editor Philip Turle tells us more about if and where there could be some kind of military intervention. Read more on related topics:

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