​Education is a lifeline and a pathway out of poverty for undocumented immigrant children and child soldiers. It offers hope, fosters healing, and lay the foundation for a dignified life, write experts at Stellenbosch University in opinion pieces for the media in celebration of World Children's Day on 20 November. Click on the links below to read the articles as published.

• Dr Bridget J Machaka (Daily Maverick)
• Taydren van Vuren (Mail & Guardian)

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