IMASA Durban Clinics Host Mothers and Daughters Workshop On Children Born Without a Known Future

On 14 February, the IMA Clinics hosted a meaningful and impactful Mothers and Daughters Workshop themed “Children Born Without a Known Future.” The programme aimed to address the growing crisis of teenage pregnancy and its far-reaching consequences within our communities.

Recent Stats SA figures (Jan 2024 – Feb 2025) show alarming numbers in KZN:
* 438 births among girls aged 10–14
* 24,532 births among girls aged 15–19
* 1 in 24 girls aged 15–19 gave birth in 2024

Disturbed by these rising numbers, Sister Honey Allee and Sister Farida organised this workshop to educate and empower mothers and daughters, encouraging open conversations and informed choices.

The workshop featured a panel of distinguished speakers:

– Dr Ganiat Abisola, General Practitioner-– Understanding Reproductive Health

– Fatima Abdullah, Manager of Social Services at IMA Baytul Nur- Social Impact of Adolescent Pregnancy

– Nelisiwe Mthimkde, Secretary of the SAMRC Children’s Sector- Pregnancy & Family Dynamics

– Community activist Nokuthula Gumede- Trauma of Teenage Pregnancy

– Sister Farida Morris, IMA Clinics-The Impact on Children of Teen Mothers

The programme wrapped up with a powerful message from the mothers, cautioning the teenagers that while guys might know how to charm, responsibility isn’t always part of the package. Their
parting words: “Books Before Boys, Because Boys Bring Babies”. Sister Honey Allee shared that the teenagers were grateful for the eye-opening information and were encouraged to hug their mothers. This was the highlight of the programme.

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