The competition\u2019s bone of contention was: \u201cComprehensive, Sexual Reproduction Health Rights and Responsibilities in Schools\u201d.<\/p>\n
Learners used the occasion to present robust arguments on the subject.<\/p>
However, Lindokuhle Mathebula, a Grade 12 learner from Mamelong Comprehensive High School in Tsakane, stole the show, exhibiting unparalleled argument on the topic.<\/p>\n
As the fourth speaker of the day, Mathebula\u2019s argument centered on extensive sexual health education in schools and communities as a tool to address the scourge of sexual health ills.<\/p>\n According to Mathebula, comprehensive sexual health education will reduce risky behaviour amongst school-going children.<\/p>\n \u201cThe advantage of sexual health education is its inherent ability to dispel myths on sexual health matters, such as to say sleeping with a virgin cures Aids,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n Ekurhuleni\u2019s MMC for community services, Clr Dora Mlambo commended the young people for the amount of work invested in their presentations.<\/p>\n \u201cThe level of confidence you display when you ascend the stage to the robustness in your arguments only proves that the future of this country is in good hands.<\/p>\n \u201cAs the metro we are proud to have intelligent young people in the community.<\/p>\n \u201cWhen we see you, we are convinced that indeed education is the key to success in all areas of our lives,\u201d Mlambo said.<\/p>\n Mlambo further congratulated the top achievers and all participants.<\/p>\n She expressed gratitude to teachers for equipping learners with the skills to be highly competitive.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Other articles you may be interested in:<\/p>\n Councillor adopts 90 learners<\/a><\/p>\n Council approves people-centred budget adjustment<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2017\/02\/07GCNMUNICIPALPLEDM_86992-520x390.jpg\")