​Casual Day is celebrated annually on the first Friday in September (on 6 September in 2024) to raise awareness about the full inclusion and equity of persons with disabilities in South Africa. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at Stellenbosch University emphasise the importance of inclusive employment opportunities and comprehensive healthcare services for persons with disabilities. Click on the links below to read the articles as published.

• ​Dr Madri Engelbrecht (Daily Maverick)
• Prof Lieketseng Ned, Drs Nomvo Dwadwa-Henda & Babalwa Tyabashe-Phume (Mail & Guardian)
• Dr Callista Kahonde (Cape Argus)