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DOI DOI: 10.38140/ijspsy.v5i3.1279

Teachers' capability sets for implementing the teenage pregnancy policy in two selected high schools in the Tshwane district, South Africa

Susara Magdelena Beukes1, Cias Tsotetsi, Emma Priscilla Barnett2
  1. 1 University of the Free State, South Africa
  2. 2 Sol Plaatje University, South Africa

Abstract

Teenage pregnancy is seen as a global problem, although various countries worldwide have policies and programmes in place, teenage pregnancy remains an issue. The South African government introduced the Policy on the Prevention and Management of Learner Pregnancy in Schools (PPMLPS). This policy helps to manage and prevent learner pregnancies that may occur. This article seeks to identify the capabilities teachers need to overcome the challenges associated with implementing the PPMLPS. We opted for a qualitative research approach and generated data through semi-structured interviews. This study employed a purposive sampling technique and thematic analysis to analyse the data. The findings revealed that teachers lacked training, support, and an inclusive environment. The capabilities of teachers related to knowledge enhancement, relational collaboration, and inclusivity must be considered adequately to implement the PPMLPS.

How to Cite

Beukes, S. M. ., Tsotetsi, C. ., & Barnett, E. P. (2025). Teachers’ capability sets for implementing the teenage pregnancy policy in two selected high schools in the Tshwane district, South Africa. International Journal of Studies in Psychology, 5(3), 11–18. https://doi.org/10.38140/ijspsy.v5i3.1279
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