Education
South Africa's education sector is set for a significant financial injection. While the allocations aim to address critical challenges like teacher shortages and infrastructure deficits, concerns remain about the adequacy of funding for essential learning materials.
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has opened applications for Grade R, Grade 1, and Grade 8 admissions for the 2026 school year. Thousands of learners are expected to enrol in Western Cape schools in 2025.
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has released the official school calendar for 2027, outlining term dates and public holidays.
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has officially confirmed the opening dates for 2026 school admission applications for Grade R, Grade 1, and Grade 8. Parents and guardians are encouraged to start preparing their applications early by gathering and certifying all required documents to ensure a smooth submission process.
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has officially released the 2026 school calendar, detailing key dates for the upcoming academic year. Minister Siviwe Gwarube gazetted the calendar on 25 February 2025, following a comprehensive consultative process.
Social media was abuzz after a post claimed a new school grade will be introduced. The education department has provided a response to the reports.
While the 2025 academic year is already underway, some provincial education departments are still working to enroll students in schools. The Western Cape Education Department has now started accepting and processing applications that were submitted after the initial deadline.
Improving school infrastructure requires significant funding. The Education Minister warned that continued underfunding could have long-term consequences.
When the 2025 school year began on 15 January 2025, more than 28,000 schoolchildren were unplaced. This was revealed during a recent parliamentary sitting.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed the government's commitment to implementing the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act. He made the announcement during his State of the Nation Address (SoNA) on Thursday, 6 February 2025, themed “A Nation That Works For All”.
South Africa is about to make its sex offender registry public, raising concerns about the number of teachers with criminal records.
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) faces scrutiny after announcing plans to eliminate over 2,400 teaching positions in 2025. However, the department has now announced the appointment of 477 additional teachers for the 2025 academic year, providing some relief amidst the ongoing staffing challenges.
The new school year got underway earlier this week. The Western Cape Education Department is still working to place learners at school in the province.
The implementation of the BELA Act signals a transformative period for South Africa’s education system. Here's what President Cyril Ramaphosa wants to prioritise.
A court bid has failed to prevent the WCED from cutting teacher posts. This decision from the court could have long term consequences.
The concept of career success has evolved significantly over time. Once defined by a linear progression within a single field, it now centres on continual growth, adaptability, and personal achievement. For professionals navigating an ever-changing job market, staying relevant often requires expanding skill sets and exploring new opportunities.
As one school year ends, another is just around the corner. The Department of Basic Education has confirmed when the 2025 school year will commence.
Thousands of learners in Gauteng remain uncertain about which schools they will attend in 2025. The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) is working to address the backlog as it opens its late application process.
Thousands of parents submitted Gauteng Admission applications. The provincial education department has placed thousands of learners.
The 2024 academic year has concluded, marked by significant changes with far-reaching implications for the future of South Africa's education system.
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