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KZN primary school transformed with new library and facilities
Islamic Relief South Africa and Canada transformed Thandokwethu Primary School in Dududu, KwaZulu-Natal, through a dedicated rehabilitation project, culminating in the opening of a new library and improved facilities for the community.
Western Cape Education Department extends deadline as over 8,600 late applications flood in for 2026 school admissions
The Western Cape Education Department has announced the opening of late applications for Grades R, 1, and 8 for the 2026 academic year, with important deadlines and contact information for parents.
Education minister trumpet progress but infrastructure challenges remain
Minister Siviwe Gwarube presents progress on school infrastructure in South Africa, addressing both achievements and ongoing challenges in a recent parliamentary session.
From silence to strength: Kelly Manus secures teaching position after speaking out
After enduring abuse and overcoming significant challenges, Kelly Manus has secured a permanent teaching position, inspiring others with her story of resilience and faith.
Snakes, collapsing roofs plague Limpopo school as parents demand urgent action
Snake sightings, holes in the floors, and missing roofs and doors are just some hazards faced by learners at Mahlolwaneng Primary School in Limpopo, leaving parents demanding urgent intervention.
Miss Glynn Crowley | a teacher's mission to improve vision and education
Discover how Miss Glynn Crowley, a dedicated teacher at Rietenbosch Primary School, is changing the lives of underprivileged pupils by ensuring they receive the vision care they need to succeed in their education.
How to apply for Western Cape school admissions | key dates for Grade R, 1, and 8 learners
The Western Cape school admissions window for Grade R, 1, and 8 learners opens on 11 March 2025 and closes on 15 April 2025.
Hout Bay High School pupils demand safe learning environment amid bullying and drug issues
The Hout Bay High School community urgently calls for the principal's dismissal due to escalating bullying, drug use, and unsafe conditions, demanding immediate intervention from the Western Cape Education Department.
Student Survival 2025 | Navigating University Life and Essential Tips for First-Year Students
We know entering a new phase in life is scary. Here is what you need to know about university challenges and how to deal with them.
University students faces financial exclusion as 2025 academic year approaches | Student Survival 2025
As the 2025 academic year is about to begin, Wits University students, many from financially struggling households, are calling on the government to address the rising issue of financial exclusion as many students are stranded and unable to register due to outstanding debts.
WCED’s contract teacher post cuts are inequitable, anti-redress, and thus illegal
Who will be held liable for the damages done to the affected teachers and learners by the Western Cape Education Department, questions the writer.
STEEM revolution: uMhlathuze school achieves perfect Matric results despite 40% unemployment
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.
Lesufi to frustrated parents: ‘All learners will be placed, but not at preferred schools
In response to the mounting concerns of Gauteng parents in securing spaces for their children in schools, the provincial education department has extended the deadline for online placements for Grade 1s and Grade 8s to January 30, to address enrollment concerns.
Western Cape to hire 477 new teachers despite budget cuts that forced 2,400 teaching jobs cuts
In a surprise development, Western Cape, MEC of Education David Maynier, has announced plans to hire 477 new teachers for new schools and new classrooms, despite over 2,400 teachers losing their jobs this month.
Katlehong High School learners escape injury after bus ploughs into seven vehicles in Germiston
The start of the school year took a dramatic turn for some Katlehong High School learners, after the bus they were travelling with crashed into seven vehicles in Germiston. However, no one was injured in the accident.
‘Pay for cold drink to get help', Cosmo City residents claim SGB members demand bribe for enrollment
Residents of Cosmo City, in the North of Johannesburg, are accusing members of the school governing body (SGB) at Tirisano Mmogo Primary School, in Extension 4 of demanding bribes in order to allow their children to enter inside school premises, due to missing documents.
‘We are a province on the rise': Limpopo Education MEC Lerule-Ramakhanya praises 85. 01 percent 2024 matric pass rate
Limpopo province, which was previously considered as South Africa’s poorest performing provinces, has struggled to rise from the bottom in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) results, announced by Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube.
‘We’re regarded as poorest province, but we made it', says Free State Education MEC after 91 percent pass rate
The Free State province has once again claimed the top spot in South Africa’s 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) results, for a sixth consecutive year, with a historic 91% pass rate.
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube highlights education as key to breaking SA’s inequality
In her address, Minister Gwarube stressed the importance of quality education in addressing the country’s ongoing inequalities, emphasising the hope for the country’s future.
Matric Results 2024: ‘Acknowledge effort, not just results’, psychologist tells parents
A clinical psychologist has called on parents to acknowledge their children’s effort and show empathy, especially if their matric results fall short of the expectations.
‘Failure is part of life's lessons': Psychologist advises Matric Class of 2024 facing results anxiety
The pressure is on another level for the Matric Class of 2024, however, clinical and sports psychologist Dr Keitumetse Mashego reminds learners that failure is not the end of the road.
BOSA urges Basic Education Minister Gwarube to raise matric pass mark from 30 percent to 50 percent
Build One South Africa (BOSA) has launched a petition urging Basic Education minister Siviwe Gwarube, to replace the 30% matric pass mark with a 50% million ahead of the highly anticipated release of the Class of 2024 matric results.
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube launches app to eradicate pit toilets in public schools
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwaruwe has expressed hope that the newly launched digital app 'Safe Schools' will help in eliminating pit toilets in public schools before the March 2025 deadline.
Teachers have remained the human connection through five industrial revolutions
The growing prominence of AI and machine learning prompts concern that teachers might be replaced by machines.
Basic Education urges unregistered ECD centres to join nationwide registration drive
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has urged the Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres operating outside the regulated system to register in a new nationwide initiative aimed at enhancing quality and safety in early childhood education.