Siphelele Nketo  

THE first-of-its-kind men’s gathering in Shayamoya, Kokstad, gave men a space to address silent struggles such as mental health as well as responsible fatherhood. The two-day session hosted by the Body of Christ Movement from July 24-25, was attended by men from various formations such as religious groups and other stakeholders.

Amongst the topics discussed were the role of men in a community set-up, overcoming addiction as well as the role of men in church.

According to Pastor Mbuyiswa Nocanda, the chairperson of the Body of Christ Movement, the gathering was meant to drive societal change by empowering men to play important roles in communities. Meanwhile in KZN, MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Thulasizwe Buthelezi recently called on men to embrace moral renewal, family responsibility and community protection during the Imbizo Yamadoda.

Buthelezi urged men to reclaim their rightful role as protectors and providers and to become positive role models in families.