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Discover how the Western Cape's R33. 259 billion education budget aims to uplift vulnerable learners, ensuring they receive essential support like meals, transport, and special education resources.
A Grade 4 learner at Moriting Primary School in Limpopo tragically passed away after swallowing a pen lid, prompting an outpouring of grief from the education community and raising urgent questions about school safety.
The speech contest can be presented in a persuasive, entertaining or motivational manner and is open to Afrikaans Home Language Speakers and Afrikaans First Additional Language Speakers in a category for Juniors (Grade 8 and/or 9) and Seniors (Grade 10 to 12). Each team has 5 to 7 minutes to put their best foot forward, and the judges will be waiting with bated breath for a spontaneous interaction between speakers.
With nearly 2,000 unregistered Early Childhood Development facilities operating in the Western Cape, community concerns are mounting as residents voice complaints about noise and safety. The Western Cape Education Department is working to address the issue through an online registration system.
After enduring abuse and overcoming significant challenges, Kelly Manus has secured a permanent teaching position, inspiring others with her story of resilience and faith.
Research from the Legal Resources Centre highlights the multifaceted barriers to education faced by girl learners in South Africa, including poverty and teen pregnancies, and calls for urgent intervention to ensure equal access to education
Research from the Legal Resources Centre highlights the multifaceted barriers to education faced by girl learners in South Africa, including poverty and teen pregnancies, and calls for urgent intervention to ensure equal access to education
As part of its Rapid School Building Programme, the WCED is set to complete three additional schools, addressing the urgent need for educational infrastructure in the Western Cape.
This is the second accident involving learners in Ekurhuleni this week. On Monday, aA separate incident on the N12 in Daveyton claimed the lives of four learners
Four schoolchildren, including two brothers, lost their lives in a multi-vehicle collision involving a scholar transport vehicle on the N12 near Daveyton. A fifth learner remains in critical condition as education officials deploy counselling support to affected schools
Curro Holdings reports a 6. 9% decline in share price due to a decrease in learner enrolment, despite an increase in dividends and revenue
The Western Cape school admissions window for Grade R, 1, and 8 learners opens on 11 March 2025 and closes on 15 April 2025.
COPE condemns McDonald’s branded desks in schools, calling it a betrayal of children's rights and a dangerous compromise in education.
In a scathing critique, Mmusi Maimane accuses the government of neglecting essential school supplies while burdening children with heavy desks turned school bags.
Raygun the baboon has tragically died after being beaten and set on fire by school learners, sparking outrage and calls for justice from the community.
A parent meeting at Centenary Secondary School aims to address recent violent clashes among students and inform parents of the school's response.
With over 12 million speakers, Zulu is widely spoken in South Africa, yet mastering it posessignificant challenges.
Department of Education investigates violent clashes at Durban's Centenary Secondary School, where learners were hospitalised following a fight.
Tributes pour in for Krugersdorp High learner Retshegofetse Sennelo, who tragically died following a freak accident during a cricket match at Christian Brothers' College.
Educators can proactively combat AI-driven cheating by understanding the tools students use and implementing effective strategies to identify AI-generated work.
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.
In a remarkable triumph for rural education, Amangwe High School in uMhlathuze has achieved a 100% Matric pass rate with 93% Bachelor passes, through an innovative STEEM programme that's transforming education in an area with 40% unemployment. This success story showcases how technology and innovation are revolutionising South African education.
Discover how the 2024 matric class' impressive 87. 3 percent pass rate highlights both opportunities and challenges in the job market and learn how AI can play a pivotal role in bridging the skills gap for future success.
Following the release of the 2024 matric results, parents are voicing their frustrations on social media over the disappointing marks received by learners assessed by SACAI.
Public schools reopened across South Africa today, signaling the start of the 2025 academic year. The African National Congress (ANC) reaffirmed its commitment to education, celebrating past successes and outlining efforts to address disparities between urban and rural schools.