Building on the success and profound impact of M-Net's local documentary series School Ties, which sparked thought-provoking conversations and heightened awareness among parents and teachers, M-Net is proud to bring the continuation of this vital dialogue through a two-part podcast series.

Following the success of the M-Net docu-series #SchoolTies, we wanted to expand the conversation into a two-part podcast to amplify the awareness. We are joined by podcast host, Rosie Motene, Certified Life Coach, and guest speakers Luke Lumpert, Child Protection and Development Specialist, and Dumisile Nala, the CEO of ChildLine South Africa. Watch all four episodes of #SchoolTies on #DStvCatchUp.

South Africa's education landscape faces a sobering reality. Alongside issues like bullying, substance abuse and vandalism, rampant sexual abuse and grooming add to the burden experienced by many schoolchildren. Many cases go unreported, but the statistics paint a clear picture of a trend that demands urgent attention. Having recently launched on Mnet Channel 101, a four-part documentary series called School Ties takes a sobering look at a culture of grooming and sexual abuse within some of the country's most elite private schools. We're joined by series producer Richard Gregory to find out more about Operation Nemo, a specialized police investigation into sports coaches targeting vulnerable students, and why school ties should serve as a wake-up call for parents and educators alike. Carte Blanche Website (https://www.dstv.com/m-net/en-za/show/carte-blanche) · Chat on X (https://twitter.com/carteblanchetv) · Chat on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/carteblanchetv)

Why do children blame themselves or take time to speak out about the abuse, if at all? Watch the full #SchoolTies boxset on #DStvStream.