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Gauteng Education Department announces critical 2026 admission process for Grade 1 and Grade 8
The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has officially commenced its admission process for the 2026 academic year, a move aimed at providing parents with ample time to ensure their children's enrolment. MEC for Education in Gauteng, Matome Chiloane, announced at a media briefing on Thursday that online applications for Grade 1 and Grade 8 will open on July 24 and will remain accessible until August 29. This early timeline marks a significant shift in the department's approach, reflecting growing concerns over timely school placements.
Is Grade 13 coming to South Africa? Education department sets the record straight
Are South African schools really adding a Grade 13? The Department of Basic Education clarifies the truth behind viral claims.
Umalusi raises concerns over learners being denied exam participation
Umalusi expresses serious concerns over the alarming trend of matric learners being barred from writing their final exams, as highlighted by the recent statements from chief executive Dr Mafu Rakometsi.
KwaZulu-Natal's Matric Class of 2024 congratulated for remarkable achievements
The Minister of Higher Education, Dr Nobuhle Nkabane hailed the results, and welcomed the Matric Class of 2024 into the world of higher education.
'I was forced to not write my matric final exams to boost my school's pass rate because I failed the first two terms'
A matric learner from KwaZulu-Natal claims that she was told to not register for the final exams because she would fail and essentially bring shame onto the school.