BY REGINALD KANYANE
North West Premier Supra Mahumapelo has urged all fathers to be good role models to their children. He wished all fathers a Happy Father’s Day on Sunday.
He added that it was imperative to acknowledge those fathers who play a unique role in their children’s lives.
“On this day we wish all fathers out there a Happy Father’s Day. We know that fathers are role models. They are disciplinarians and providers who together with mothers play a significant role in shaping the character of their children.
“That is why we call on all fathers to play a central role in the development of their children. They need to ensure that they become the best they can be,” Mahumapelo said.
He also said the province and the country require fathers who treat their partners and children with love and compassion. He further added that it was for this reason that one of the ten campaigns that he recently launched focused on Women and Children Abuse Awareness.
“The campaigns were crucial to ensure a better life for people living in the province. Raising children who are disciplined, responsible, respectful, and compassionate is important.
“This will ensure a stable society and a better South Africa. Research shows that, fathers contribute greatly towards the emotional well-being of their children, he added.
Mahumapelo also urged parents who have disagreements or difficulties in their relationships to desist from using children to settle scores.
-TDN
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