Black Dads Unplugged

Welcome to Black Dads Unplugged. If you’re reading this, you’re part of something new—something long overdue. We are a collective of fathers who understand the highs, the lows, the absurdly early wake-up calls, and the never-ending quest to find matching socks for tiny feet. We also know the weight of responsibility, the love that drives us, and the unspoken struggles many Black fathers face.

Fatherhood is a journey filled with joy, uncertainty, and endless learning. But here’s the reality: in South Africa today, less than a third (31.5%) of children live with both parents. Nearly one in five children (19%) live with neither biological parent. And while 45.4% of children live with their mothers, only a fraction have their fathers present in their daily lives. These numbers aren’t just statistics; they are stories—stories of absence, of resilience, of families doing their best with what they have. And they highlight the urgency of what we’re building here.

Black Dads Unplugged is not just a meeting. It’s a movement. We are here to create a space where fathers can talk,...