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The Democratic Alliance raises concerns over the Gauteng Department of Education's significant budget cuts to Schools of Specialisation, arguing that this will hinder the development of critical skills needed for economic growth.
The University of the Western Cape has launched iAccelerate SA, an innovative high school start-up accelerator designed to transform entrepreneurial aspirations into business reality. The programme equips learners from Grades 9-12 with essential skills through a structured four-stage approach, bridging the gap between education and industry while addressing real-world challenges.
Statistics South Africa's latest report reveals a complex employment landscape: a modest 12,000 job increase in Q4 2023, yet a concerning annual loss of 91,000 positions. With youth unemployment at 45%, everyday South Africans interviewed by IOL offer practical solutions – from targeted skills development in mining and agriculture to combating corruption and creating better conditions for entrepreneurship.
Are we really getting dumber? This article examines the decline in cognitive skills across age groups and the factors contributing to this trend, including technology and educational shortcomings.
Dr Truida Oosthuizen, Head of School for Administration and Management at JSE-listed higher education provider STADIO says that young people’s skill sets must be enhanced through well-designed educational programmes.