The first ever World Boccia Africa Regional Championships took place in Ekurhuleni at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference centre. This first continental championship gave boccia players the opportunity to win an African title, but also allowed them to qualify for the World Boccia Championships that are scheduled to […]
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Barbie reveals first doll with behind-the-ear hearing aid, Ken doll with vitiligo
Barbie announced its first doll with behind-the-ear hearing aids as part of its latest offerings in the most diverse and inclusive line of fashion dolls on the market. Continuing the brand’s journey to represent global diversity and inclusivity in the fashion doll aisle, and to allow kids to play out […]
Top tips for EV drivers with disabilities
By Amy Fowler Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining an ever-growing reputation among drivers across the world. Not only are they seen as a far more environmentally-friendly alternative to petrol and diesel-powered vehicles, but they’ve also been lauded for their comfort, safety and adaptability. All of these aspects make EVs suitable […]
Respire care for people with disabilities: What you need to know
By McKenzie Wilson Caring for a person with a disability can be a tricky and challenging task, requiring maximum attention and care. For primary caregivers, being the guardian of a person with a disability is a full-time task and can take a toll on a person as it can be […]
2022 World Boccia Africa Regional Championships to be held in Gauteng
The South African Sports Association for the Physically Disabled (SASAPD) will be hosting the World Boccia Africa Regional Championships in the Ekurhuleni region, Johannesburg, South Africa. This event will be hosted in collaboration with the World Boccia Sports Federation (BISFED) – the organisation responsible for governing Boccia and representing the […]
SA makes history at wheelchair tennis cup
The South African quad wheelchair tennis team made BNP Paribas World Team Cup history on the fourth day of the competition after becoming the first African team to reach one of the four championship finals at the ITF’s flagship wheelchair tennis team event in Portugal. After successive bronze medals in […]
Breaking barriers
Companies have long been drivers of change. Across the globe, a pivotal shift in attitudes and behaviour towards social injustices starts in business. Diversity and inclusion are examples of such defining issues. Though progress has been made towards equality across gender, race and sexual orientation, one aspect of inclusion is […]
Issue 2 2022 coming soon!
Our second edition of Rolling Inspiration for 2022 will be available online in the coming weeks with the printed magazine to follow shortly after. In this issue, we interview Max Kulati about his journey to becoming a professional body builder, Ari Seirlis argues that wheelchair parking should only be for […]
Navigating personal emergencies in the workplace
It is inevitable that there will come a day when illness or a personal emergency keeps you from going to work. Perhaps you have a urinary tract infection or developed a pressure sore that needs attention. Maybe it is just a terrible mental health day. While businesses accommodate workers with […]
Call to hear from flood victims
Earlier this month, KwaZulu-Natal was devasted with heavy flooding in the area. Homes, properties and roads were destroyed. Over 400 people have been reported dead. With mainstream media discussing the financial and social impact of the floods on the province, and outreach to support the area, we want to hear […]