03-APR-13·	South Africa switching to social investment
	Posted by | learners
	More organisations are recognising the importance of contributing to society. As a result the amount of companies fulfilling their corporate social responsibilities is on the increase, according to a new annual survey of the South African market.

20-MAR-13·	Training Venue for Hire in Pretoria
	Posted by | learners
	Training Room 1 seats up to 18 learners and is available for R 650. Training Room 2 seats up to 22 learners and is available for R 850.

22-JAN-13·	SA education standards miss the mark
	Posted by | learners
	Both business and government needs to intensify its focus on skills development and create the conditions which promote innovation, productivity, and profitability if it hopes to compete globally, says Liza van wyk.

21-JAN-13·	Bringing investment education to local youth
	Posted by | learners
	Aimed at introducing high school learners and university students to the world of investment, the JSE Liberty Investment Challenge teaches students the fundamentals of investment strategy and the importance of investing on the exchange.

10-JAN-13·	Motshekga sets pace for new school year
	Posted by | learners
	The Department of Basic Education has advised all educators that they should use the allocated school hours effectively and that nothing should interfere with the teaching time. Teachers and learners should be making full use of the time to maximise learning.

22-NOV-12·	Connecting skills development to employee performance
	Posted by | learners
	Skills development is a hot topic right now with government and industry encouraging businesses to up-skill employees. But is workplace training resulting in improved employee performance? and if not, why?

20-NOV-12·	Skills development: less talk, more action
	Posted by | learners
	Through collective participation South Africa can make skills development a tool to change people’s lives in a positive way but that requires more action, less talk and better results, especially in townships and rural areas.

14-NOV-12·	How to build a talent pool
	Posted by | learners
	The importance of skills development in the workplace and its impact to the bottom line is receiving more attention from business leaders. Michelin South Africa creates a new pool of talent as it empowers learners with Progression.

06-NOV-12·	The future of rural development in SA
	Posted by | learners
	Over 11 000 young people from across the country's rural areas have joined the Narysec two-year programme aimed at empowering youth from each of the 3 300 rural wards across the country.

02-NOV-12·	Positive report for skills sector
	Posted by | learners
	With the help of the ETDP Seta, learners have been able to enrol in various skills development programmes including learnerships and internships. The ETDP Seta Annual Report reflects its positive contribution to skills development in the country.

31-OCT-12·	Business schools take on the right to sight
	Posted by | learners
	A global competition was launched to stimulate better business thinking to solve social issues particularly the debilitating stigma for children wearing spectacles in developing countries.

30-OCT-12·	More South Africans receiving education
	Posted by | learners
	There has been a significant improvement in the number of South Africans attending educational institutions in 2011 when compared with the 2001 census results. However there is still a great deal of progress to be made in providing access to education for all.

22-OCT-12·	President Zuma wishes Grade 12 learners well
	Posted by | learners
	Grade 12 learners received well-wishes from President Jacob Zuma at the start of their final examinations. Government has high expectations for the 2012 matric class as the pass rate for Grade 12's has been improving since 2009.

22-OCT-12·	SA government extends lifeline to SA TDM sector
	Posted by | learners
	To curb job losses and up-skill workers Government has committed funding worth R 5.7 billion to enterprises in the manufacturing industry as the economy had lost some 200 000 jobs during the 2008/2009 recession.

10-OCT-12·	Grooming SA's young to boost technical skills base
	Posted by | learners
	The successful execution of the ambitious development plans announced by government will need a major boost in the country skills base to complete. The Rail Cadet Scheme developed by Transnet Freight Rail aims to help fill this skills gap.

05-OCT-12·	President wishes educators a happy World Teachers Day
	Posted by | learners
	South African teachers who have dedicated their lives to educating children and helping them achieve their goals received high praise from President Jacob Zuma on World Teachers Day.

03-OCT-12·	Financial literacy competition promotes careers in insurance sector
	Posted by | learners
	Grade 11 pupils from all over KwaZulu-Natal received the chance to develop financial management skills and win an educational bursary during a speech contest. The campaign is aimed at promoting insurance as a career of choice.

26-SEP-12·	Services SETA & UK’s Blackburn College enter skills transfer partnership
	Posted by | learners
	To promote the improvement of delivery standards and the performance of FET Colleges and to transform similar elements in the services sector, a partnership between Services Seta and Blackburn College of UK was formed.

25-SEP-12·	Skills development to improve radically
	Posted by | learners
	In recognition of education as a top priority and in response to the challenge of low skills base, government established the HRDC to drive a human resource development strategy for South Africa.

17-SEP-12·	Skills reloaded: it’s time to move on
	Posted by | learners
	Skills development in South Africa has moved on since the first shots of the so-called “skills revolution” were fired by then-Labour Minister Tito Mboweni in 1997. Moved on … but is it ready to move up? Gill Connellan of the Association for Skills Development in South Africa tells Jim Freeman that it’s high time it does.

05-SEP-12·	Developing skills to meet infrastructure demand
	Posted by | learners
	The slow pace of economic growth along with government delays in awarding tenders continue to limit the recovery of the local infrastructure and construction sector according to the 2012 Infrastructure Sector Research Survey.

22-AUG-12·	Business must help solve the skills crisis
	Posted by | learners
	High unemployment is a national crisis, and yet the country is importing skills. Business has to step in and help fix this problem—and there’s a great business case for doing it too says Ziaan Hattingh.

14-AUG-12·	Labs and Libraries donated to disadvantaged learners
	Posted by | learners
	Nedbank invests over 3.6 million to provide mobile laboratories and libraries to disadvantaged learners across South Africa as part of its mission to enhance access to quality education.

27-JUL-12·	Matric revision programme uplifts poor communities
	Posted by | learners
	The 2012 Matric revision programme targeting disadvantaged learners received a R3.5 million financial injection from Nedbank. During the 2012 roll out, the focus will be on key subjects such as English, maths, science and accounting.

20-JUL-12·	Osizweni brings science alive through National Science Week
	Posted by | learners
	Children from as young as age two up to Grade 12 will be able to interact with over 50 exciting technology exhibitions during the National Science Week which will take place at the Osizweni Education and Development Centre.

18-JUL-12·	SA, world unite to celebrate Madiba legacy
	Posted by | learners
	International Nelson Mandela Day, is not only special to Madiba - but to ordinary citizens as they celebrate by taking action to help change the world for the better and this year is no different, as people across the country join together to play their part.

17-JUL-12·	Japie Greyling Primary School gets makeover
	Posted by | learners
	As part of celebrating Nelson Mandela’s 94th birthday, Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga officially unveiled the newly renovated Japie Greyling Primary School, surprising learners after their mid-year break.

09-JUL-12·	Learners urged to close gap in critical skills
	Posted by | learners
	Learners are being encouraged to pursue careers in Maths, Science and Technology with the purpose of creating solutions to the water scarcity problem in South Africa.

02-JUL-12·	Gauteng offers winter matric classes
	Posted by | learners
	The Gauteng Department of Education is inviting all Grade 12 learners in underperforming schools to attend the provincial winter matric classes to help improve their marks and their chances of passing matric.

19-JUN-12·	Winter schools set to boost matric results
	Posted by | learners
	To avoid a rerun of last year’s dismal matric results the Mpumalanga Education Department will spend R4.2 million on a winter school geared at improving the matric results by 10% from 64% in 2011.

18-JUN-12·	Campaign against bullying, sexual violence launched
	Posted by | learners
	In response to calls from the public to address bullying and sexual violence at schools the ‘Ubuntu Pledge’ campaign was launched. The campaign will encourage learners and teachers across the country to commit to the prevention of these abusive acts at school.

11-JUN-12·	Kudu Green School initiative launched
	Posted by | learners
	The Kudu Green School Initiative is an environmental programme which 'strives to enable learners of all ages to gain an understanding of the climate’s influence on society’,and foster appreciation for the environment.

08-JUN-12·	WC education prepares to deliver 1.6 million textbooks in 2013
	Posted by | learners
	As part of the preparations to deliver textbooks across the country, the Western Cape Education Department has asked schools to ensure that their information on the central education management information system is accurate.

12-APR-12·	Serving the community, one lesson at a time
	Posted by | learners
	This year Christel House South Africa incorporated a service learning component into its education curriculum which will teach children essential life skills and valuable life lessons, and hopefully transform the community.

22-MAR-12·	Learners urged to choose critical skills subjects
	Posted by | learners
	The Gauteng government has encouraged high school learners to select school subjects that would enable them to pursue scarce and critical tertiary qualifications in order to close the skills shortage gaps.

09-MAR-12·	Back to school campaign a hit
	Posted by | learners
	More than 200 disadvantaged learners from Orange Farm will receive school uniforms, shoes, and stationery as part of the 2012 Nedbank Back to School national campaign.

27-FEB-12·	More Gauteng schools included in improvement programme
	Posted by | learners
	A total of 439 public and private schools in Gauteng will participate in the Secondary School Improvement Programme (SSIP) in 2012. The programme will incorporate special classes for Grade 12 learners to improve the national pass rate.

20-FEB-12·	Free State parents urged to participate in SGB elections
	Posted by | learners
	Parents, educators and learners have been urged to participate in the upcoming provincial School Governing Body (SGB) elections and have a say in the governance of their schools.

15-FEB-12·	Nedbank invests R5 million in career guidance
	Posted by | learners
	In response to the lack of career guidance for high school learners across South Africa, Nedbank is investing more than R 5million towards its 2012 My Future My Career programme which will benefit more than 40 000 grade 9-12 learners from underprivileged communities across the country.

14-FEB-12·	Virtual classrooms become reality
	Posted by | learners
	Virtual classrooms are no longer a pipe dream or a farfetched theory but are fast becoming the most practical solution to the challenges that training providers face in delivering a variety of courses to different regions. Learners can now interact with trainers without incurring the costs of travelling.

13-FEB-12·	Call to become involved in SGBs
	Posted by | learners
	Parents and guardians of school children have been called on to particpate in the the third-largest elections to fill over 30 000 School Governing Bodies (SGBs) memberships throughout the province.

13-FEB-12·	Education unions welcome President’s speech
	Posted by | learners
	President Jacob Zuma's comments on the education system during his State of the Nation Address received support from all the major educational quarters including SADTU and NAPTOSA.

10-FEB-12·	Getting the basics right
	Posted by | learners
	Government aims to transform the education system by getting the 'basics right". This means getting teachers in class on time and ensuring that learners have enough textbooks says Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga.

10-FEB-12·	Govt’s intervention in education pays off
	Posted by | learners
	Grade R enrolments have doubled from 300 000 in 2003 to 705 000 in 2011, revealed President Zuma during his fourth State of the Nation Address. Government initiatives to eliminate poverty and inequality "seem to be paying off" he said.

09-FEB-12·	PPC equips learners for the future
	Posted by | learners
	My Future, My Career is an imitative which aims to expose grade nine to 12 learners, particularly previously disadvantaged individuals to various career disciplines. These sessions allow students to make informed career decisions and achieve their highest potential.

07-FEB-12·	Learners called to enter SKA competition
	Posted by | learners
	Learners in Grades 4 to 11 have been urged to particpate in a competition which aims to raise awareness of South Africa's bid to host the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project. Scholars stand a chance to win lots of cool tech-prizes like laptops, printers and digital cameras.

06-FEB-12·	Help for rural school pupils
	Posted by | learners
	The generous donation of more than 100 tracksuits made to three rural schools will ensure that learners are adequately covered during the rainy season this year. The contribution fmade by the Vhembe district municipality is set to transform the lives of learners for good.

01-FEB-12·	Kick-start your future with Allan Gray Fellowship Programme
	Posted by | learners
	The Allan Gray Orbis Foundation is offering South Africa's brightest young minds a head-start in life through its Fellowship Programme. This initiative aims to develop students, into South Africa’s future high growth entrepreneurial leaders and includes comprehensive financial support as one of its many benefits.

31-JAN-12·	Parents asked to participate in SGB elections
	Posted by | learners
	Parents of learners have been urged to participate in the 2012 School Governing Body elections at the respective schools. The elections are new representatives who are dedicated to improving the quality of learning and teaching.

16-JAN-12·	Parents asked to participate in school governance
	Posted by | learners
	Parents of school learners have been urged to get involved with school governance by particpating in the school governing body elections. According to Gauteng Education MEC Barbara Creecy improved academic results is directly linked to parent cooperation.

09-JAN-12·	Give and you shall receive
	Posted by | learners
	Christmas came early for the Grade four and five classes of Christel House South Africa (CHSA) when they recently received an early festive treat from special guest – Di Gordon, Financial Director of Timeshare Company, Leisure Options, when she came to celebrate her 50th birthday with them.

02-DEC-11·	Alternatives to financing tertiary education
	Posted by | learners
	Exorbitant study fees continue to block the door to a promising career for many dedicated students proving that good academic results are not enough to secure a spot at a higher education institution. Parents have been urged to look at alternative means of funding for their children.

04-NOV-11·	Support plan for underperforming schools
	Posted by | learners
	The Extra School Support Programme designed to provide homework assistance and sporting activities to underperforming schools in the province was recently launched by Gauteng Education MEC Barbara Creecy.

28-OCT-11·	Leading math sciences education across Africa
	Posted by | learners
	Winners of the 2010 World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) awards have reiterated the importance of top-level mathematical science training on the African continent.

05-OCT-11·	Some ideas for your flipcharts
	Posted by | learners
	Karen Gray shares her weekly training tip on how to use picture or flashcard or flipcharts to illustrate difficult concepts, which will assist learners to identfy and remember important content.

29-SEP-11·	Setting themed ground rules
	Posted by | learners
	This week Karen Gray shares her training tip on how set to ground rules to ensure safe learning.The best ground rules focus upon building positive behaviours that make a real difference to the way that learners interact, focus and behave on a course.

23-SEP-11·	Maths boffs survive second round
	Posted by | learners
	After 10 782 learners wrote the second round paper of the South African Maths Olympiad (SAMO) the top three junior and senior achievers were honoured during a prize-giving ceremony with the promise of greater rewards once the third and final round commences.

22-SEP-11·	Using cooking as a theme for your workshop
	Posted by | learners
	This week Karen Gray shares her training tip on the purpose of themes, and looks at the cooking as a tool for engaging learners and making content fun to learn and easy to remember.

15-SEP-11·	A diverse idea for introductions
	Posted by | learners
	This week Karen Gray shares her training tip on how culture can be used a starting point to learning, which also encourages students to explore and celebrate their diversity and uniqueness.

08-SEP-11·	illustrate your understanding
	Posted by | learners
	This week Karen Gray shares her training tip on how to use drawings to illustrate difficult concepts, which will assist learners to identfy and remember important content.

08-SEP-11·	Maths stars shine
	Posted by | learners
	South Africa's top maths and IT whizz kids participated in the Computer Programming Olympiad sponsored by Standard Bank, where the boys stole the show when they walked home with all the medals and prize money, giving the female learners something to think about.

07-SEP-11·	Nearly 50 000 learner vehicles checked
	Posted by | learners
	Approximately 50 000 vehicles have been examined by law enforcement officials during the past week as part of the road safety measures that have been tightened after the recent school bus accidents left South Africans crying out for more stringent controls.

07-SEP-11·	Soweto education will not be compromised
	Posted by | learners
	School disruptions and any attempts to sabotage the preliminary exams of Soweto learners would not be tolerated declared the Soweto Education Summit task team during a meeting arranged by the Gauteng Department of Education to discuss the recent disruptions.

05-SEP-11·	Gauteng learners get down to business
	Posted by | learners
	A group of Grade 11 and 12 male learners from Alexandra High School and Wendywood High recently attended a Bring a Boy Child to Work Day, an annual initiative established and hosted by Accsys as part of its contribution to skills development, training and education.

02-SEP-11·	Stimulating the musical brain
	Posted by | learners
	This week Karen Gray shares her training tip on how to use tradntional rhymes as a stimulus in the classroom, which can be used in conjuction with learning material to create new ways of learning and memorizing complex material.

25-AUG-11·	Help learners revise
	Posted by | learners
	This week Karen Gray recommends creative and simple ways to help learners prepare for exams. Follow these instructions and conduct your own revision game.

25-AUG-11·	Safe schooling a growing concern
	Posted by | learners
	Illicit relationships between teachers and learners, school violence and teenage pregnancy were identified as pressing issues that would come under investigation by the Department of Basic Education in an attempt to create safe learning environments.

18-AUG-11·	New ideas for introductions
	Posted by | learners
	This week trainer Karen Gray provides creative tips on how to add some flavour to the introductions section of any training workshop. Ask questions about clothing, learning and advice to get the creative juices flowing in the classroom.

11-AUG-11·	Lateral thinking exercise
	Posted by | learners
	This week Karen Gray speaks about how to use innate objects to stimulate lateral thinking in the classroom.

08-AUG-11·	30 learners get free education
	Posted by | learners
	Thirty learners at Christel House South Africa will receive an education over the next three years thanks to a generous R900 000 donation made by G.U.D Holdings Pty Ltd. Learners who excel at maths and science will also become eligible to participate in an apprenticeship programme provided by the donor company.

03-AUG-11·	Maths learners 'MXit' up at school
	Posted by | learners
	Many parents spend endless hours persuading their kids to get off MXit, but one innovative High School has found a way to use this teenage diversion to their advantage, and may have started a trend in the Western Cape by using technology to excite maths learners.

02-AUG-11·	Teaching language experientially
	Posted by | learners
	Karen Gray shares her weekly training tip. This week's insert demonstrates how to teach Zulu greetings to English speakers in a way that is interesting, engaging and memorable for the learners.

20-JUL-11·	Invitation to Academy Training open day
	Posted by | learners
	All grade 12 learners and parents are invited to the Academy Training Group's Open Day which will be held on Saturday, 23 July 2011. Free career guidance to delegates and bursaries for full qualifications in Information Technology, Office Administration, Bookkeeping and Accountancy and Travel &Tourism will also be available.

29-JUN-11·	Foundation phase learners take on more subjects
	Posted by | learners
	The consistently poor results of learners in higher grades has prompted the education department to set a new condition which stipulates that learners from grade 1 to 3 must take on four extra subjects to help them cope with the work load expected of them in higher grades.

17-JUN-11·	Careers of passion - can they offer financial stability?
	Posted by | learners
	Global qualifications organisation, Edexcel has come out in support of vocational training also regarded as 'careers of passion' as one viable solution to the current unemployment dilemma.

13-JUN-11·	Textbook plan in motion
	Posted by | learners
	For years, teaching at public schools has been compromised by the late or non-delivery of textbooks and the delays in the supply of essential teaching aids. Now, the Department of Basic Educaiton has set aside R4.4 billion for the development of textbooks and has put risk management plans in place to ensure that the process is concluded in time.

03-JUN-11·	Bytes hosts ICT careers day for 80 scholars
	Posted by | learners
	Entering the ICT industry can be a daunting prospect but those who commit to acquiring the technical skills can look forward to a range of job opportunities and attractive salary packages.

23-MAY-11·	Interactive whiteboards foster digital inclusion
	Posted by | learners
	The award-winning Western Cape Education Department initiative is founded on the use of technology in the classroom, such as interactive whiteboards, to strengthen teaching and learning.

21-MAY-11·	Bursaries, learnerships, internship programmes with infrastructure projects
	Posted by | learners
	The learning academy set up in 2007, as a response to the specific skills shortage of engineering and science qualifications related to water and environmental disciplines, has provided bursaries, learnerships, and internships. These are part of the multi-billion Rand infrastructure projects, which Edna Molewa, Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs detailed in her department’s progress, and planned infrastructure projects.

05-MAY-11·	Disabled learners transformed
	Posted by | learners
	Nine disabled learners were afforded a 'once in a life time' learning opportunity initiated by Adcock Ingram and facilitated by educational training institution, Kukhula.

04-MAY-11·	Skills Development in turmoil
	Posted by | learners
	What lies ahead for the skills development industry? When 'channelling funds' has become a priority for leaders, who demand levies from businesses disillusioned by government’s ability to effect change, the outlook for skills development in the country remains bleak.

07-APR-11·	Business can help create tech-savvy learners
	Posted by | learners
	Will students have the high-level skills needed to analyse and synthesis vast quantities of data in this information age? Private companies are urged to invest in the education of students from poorer communities in order to 'create a technologically savvy new generation of learners.'

01-APR-11·	Practical training available to students
	Posted by | learners
	An agreement between the Department of Public Works and FET colleges which will fall under the umbrella of the Expanded Public Works Programme, will see over 32 0000 learners receive practical training and exposure to the job market. Since its inception the EPWP has created approximately one million job opportunities.

29-MAR-11·	Equal Education to host summit on quality education
	Posted by | learners
	The Equal Education campaign will be hosting "The People’s Summit for Quality Education" in Cape Town in June this year. Organised by Equal Education, the summit is guided by a steering committee that is chaired by Professor Mary Metcalfe. The summit intentions are to build a national movement for quality and equal education, and to develop delegates as education activists, empowering them with practical plans to improve their own schools, sharing powerful analysis and inspiring successes.

28-MAR-11·	NSFAS partners help reach youth
	Posted by | learners
	NSFAS has partnered with the SAQA Career Advice Centre to provide an holistic support package to disadvantged youth, including career planning, study options and financing. The aim is to reach rural youth through its partnerships and create awareness in the poorer communities.

28-MAR-11·	Innovative lessons lead to interactive learning
	Posted by | learners
	Xbox Kinect and interactive whiteboards are just some examples of the technology being introduced into the classroom today, as educators discover the importance of integrating technology into the lesson plan to retain the attention of learners. But is it all fun and games?

27-MAR-11·	Learners and teachers commit to 'Bill of Responsibilities'
	Posted by | learners
	Learners and teachers at Ingqayizivele Secondary School in Tembisa have made a commitment to promote and protect the lives of other human beings as prescribed in the Bill of Responsibilities. The Bill, which was launched by Basic Education Deputy Minister Enver Surty is a practical document that outlines the responsibilities that correspond to the rights found in the Bill of Rights in Chapter 2 of the Constitution.

22-MAR-11·	SME's groom well-rounded accountants
	Posted by | learners
	SME accounting practitioners are playing an important role in terms of developing a pipeline of accounting talent in SA. Benson & Son Managing Director, Nic Benson, believes learners are exposed to a far broader spectrum of business in a small practice than they are in a big practice or corporate.

18-MAR-11·	Engenius campaign to counter engineering deficit
	Posted by | learners
	Eskom's plight and the skills deficiency in the engineering industry recently brought to light, has sparked many concerns. As a means to combating this deficit ECSA (Engineering Council of South Africa) has launched its 'Engenius' campaign aimed at consolidating efforts to develop engineers in South Africa.

12-MAR-11·	Education Department invites public comment on HIV/Aids strategy for learners
	Posted by | learners
	The Education Department invites public comment on the Draft Integrated Strategy on HIV and Aids developed to respond to the most recent trends and evidence on the epidemic. The strategy aims to improve learners' knowledge about the transmission of HIV/Aids enabling informed decisions.

04-MAR-11·	NSFAS Road Show reaches poor learners
	Posted by | learners
	NSFAS National Student Financial Aid Scheme launched the first stage of their extensive campaign to create awareness among the poverty stricken youth of South Africa. The aim is to share information that will help the youth gain access to tertiary education and available financial aid.

19-JAN-11·	High volumes at UJ a surprise, says minister
	Posted by | learners
	Higher Education and Training Minister Blade Nzimande has admitted that the high volumes of students wishing to apply to register at the University of Johannesburg this week had caught the department by surprise. “None of us … would have expected 30 000 students lining outside,” he said, adding that many youths were attracted to the university because it was seen as trendy as it is situated in Johannesburg.

19-JAN-11·	Learners urged to register for supplementary exams
	Posted by | learners
	The Basic Education Department has urged learners who qualify for supplementary exams for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) to register on or before 24 January 2011. Learners who are eligible to write supplementary examinations are those who meet the minimum promotion and certification requirements in the final examination but need two subjects to obtain their [NSC].

10-JAN-11·	Learnership/Qualification benefits the Siyathembana way…..
	Posted by | learners
	We at Siyathembana, after offering learner ships/qualifications for companies to employed 18.1 and unemployed 18.2 learners for the past four years have had great success in the way forward by really harnessing the concept, “Learn while you Earn”.

02-DEC-10·	Disabled learners achieve 90% pass rate
	Posted by | learners
	A Services Seta learnership programme to assist learners with disabilities has been a great success with more than 90% of the learners graduating. CEO Dr Ivor Blumenthal recognised the courage and determination of the learners who overcame many trial and tribulations to complete their learnerships.

15-NOV-10·	Equal Education welcomes court decision on learners with disabilities
	Posted by | learners
	The Western Cape High Court has found that the failure to make provision for the education needs of severely and profoundly intellectually disabled children is a breach of their Constitutional right to basic education, and their right to equality, and to dignity.

28-OCT-10·	Good prospects of no school fees for majority of Gauteng learners
	Posted by | learners
	Government has set a target of 60 percent of learners not having to pay school fess. Gauteng Education MEC Barbara Creecy has announced that her department is likely to not only achieve the 60 percent target set by government, but to exceed it - making a massive contribution to improving access to education in the province.

28-OCT-10·	Good prospects of no school fees for majority of Gauteng learners
	Posted by | learners
	Government has set a target of 60 percent of learners not having to pay school fess. Gauteng Education MEC Barbara Creecy has announced that her department is likely to not only achieve the 60 percent target set by government, but to exceed it - making a massive contribution to improving access to education in the province.

08-OCT-10·	Learners get high on space science
	Posted by | learners
	As part of the celebrations of World Space Week, which kicked off on 4 October this year, the Department of Science and Technology had an awareness drive to educate learners about the benefits they receive from space science and technology.

27-SEP-10·	Big business presents career prospects to learners
	Posted by | learners
	Many employees today are still in work that they can find - not work that they have chosen to development their career. Receiving career advice will assist young learners to be able to choose a more suitable direction - and will encourage them to pursue areas of short skills such as the in the scientific fields. For more details and the companies participating ...

25-AUG-10·	Strike affects 2.5 million KZN learners
	Posted by | learners
	Addressing the provincial legislature, Premier Zweli Mkhize advised that more than 2.5 million schoolchildren in KwaZulu-Natal have been adversely affected by the public service strike.

19-AUG-10·	Toll free number to report unsupervised learners
	Posted by | learners
	Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has urged community members to inform the department through a toll free number - 0800 202 933 - when learners are at school without supervision.

16-AUG-10·	KZN matric learners urged to go back to school
	Posted by | learners
	With 69 days before the start of matric examinations, KwaZulu-Natal Education MEC Senzo Mchunu has urged all Grade 12 learners to go back to school and start preparing for the exams.

15-JUL-10·	Motshekga sends high level delegation to Tlakgameng
	Posted by | learners
	Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has sent a high level delegation to the North West to assess the situation that led to the closure of 19 schools in Tlakgameng Village.

14-JUL-10·	Schools re-opening off to good start
	Posted by | learners
	The re-opening of schools on 13 July 2010 got off to a good start with only minor hiccups reported countrywide as thousands of learners and teachers returned to school after a long and eventful winter vacation.

06-JUL-10·	NSC support programmes for learners
	Posted by | learners
	With 111 days left before the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations kicks off, the Department of Basic Education has encouraged Grade 12 learners to make use of the academic support programmes available.

18-JUN-10·	Maths and science lessons for Free State learners
	Posted by | learners
	The Free State Education Department has launched an enrichment programme for grade 8 and 9 learners to help them with problematic learning areas in Mathematics, Science, Technology and Accounting (MSTA) for the duration of the World Cup.

11-MAY-10·	New policy aims to improve learner attendance
	Posted by | learners
	The Department of Basic Education has issued a policy that aims to promote regular school attendance. It aims to do this by instituting proper recording and monitoring systems. The policy was developed in response to the need for national norms and standards for the recording, management and monitoring of learner attendance.

09-FEB-10·	Things come full circle for Fasset beneficiaries
	Posted by | learners
	It's been a decade since Fasset commenced its first skills development initiatives. Three learners from these projects have found employment within the Fasset team. They share their success stories with us.

08-FEB-10·	Christel House helps Haiti
	Posted by | learners
	Following the recent earthquake in Haiti, Christel House, an independent school for disadvantaged learners in Ottery pledged R1000 towards medical aid for the quake ravaged country. This R1000 was pledged despite the learners coming from impoverished homes.

12-JAN-10·	Gauteng expects learner influx
	Posted by | learners
	The Gauteng Department of Education is ready to deal with an influx of late learner registrations when schools open. The department is expecting thousands of pupils who either recently moved to Gauteng or missed the registration dates at the end of last year to enrol on the first day.

07-JAN-10·	Success for 2009 matrics
	Posted by | learners
	The wait is finally over for thousands of matric pupils across the country and for pupils at Hoerskool Diewilgers and Hoerskool Menlopark, their hard work and dedication has certainly paid off. For 18-year-old Hoerskool Diewilgers pupil, Martina Moloi, getting two distinctions in English and Computer Applications Technology (CAT) was the highlight of her year.

09-NOV-09·	Learners have benefitted from Setas and the NQF
	Posted by | learners
	“Without Setas and without the National Qualifications Framework it would not have been possible to provide so many young South Africans, including the unemployed youth, with pathways to employability, prospects of decent work and economic prosperity,” says Cheryl James CEO of the finance Seta, Fasset.

01-NOV-09·	Smooth first week of matric exams
	Posted by | learners
	The first week of matric examinations proceeded smoothly in all nine provinces with almost 600 000 matriculants writing their first National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams, while Further Education Training (FET) Colleges and Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) facilities also started with their exams.

14-OCT-09·	R28 million for KZN learners
	Posted by | learners
	A programme to support learners in KZN schools aims to increase the number of black school leavers with university exemption in key subjects like maths and science. The Zenex Foundation has allocated R28 million for the project over the next 5 years.

12-OCT-09·	Gauteng learners to get Measles shots
	Posted by | learners
	As part of their fight against measles, health workers in Gauteng will visit schools and crčches throughout the province to immunise children from six-months-old to primary and high school age against the highly contagious disease.

01-SEP-09·	Pregnant teens to return to school without delay
	Posted by | learners
	Basic Education Minister Motshekga plans to address teen pregnancy by outlining definitive interventions for implementation through the school system. This, following new research that it is crucial for learners to return to school without much delay after giving birth, so as to increase their chances of completing their studies.

30-JUN-09·	How to study effectively for exams: preparation is key
	Posted by | learners
	June exams are still fresh in the minds of learners as they take a much deserved holiday break. For matriculants, however, one of the most important exams - the Prelims- are around the corner. These results will form part of their final matriculation mark. Lots of early preparation will be required for this task.

17-JUN-09·	“Human Polar Bear” Lewis Pugh inspires learners in Durban
	Posted by | learners
	The “Human Polar Bear” - also known as explorer and environmentalist Lewis Pugh - inspired learners from the Zenex Foundation at Ushaka Marine World in Durban recently. The learners, who had been selected for their capacity in maths and science, were encouraged to "think big about their futures".

15-JUN-09·	Good reason to celebrate at the Thusanani Trade Fair
	Posted by | learners
	Learners on the Thusanani Work Readiness Programme recently graduated from the twelve-week Programme, and hosted a successful Trade Fair at the University of Johannesburg’s Soweto Campus.

19-MAY-09·	Creating extraordinary managers
	Posted by | learners
	BANKSeta has partnered with the Institute of Bankers (IoB) to deliver a Junior and Middle Management (JaMM) Programme that has been described as “horizon broadening, enlightening and reaffirming”. Since its launch in May 2008, Sixty-five candidates have already graduated, with 500 targeted for recruitment in future phases.

19-MAY-09·	Christel House learners discover a talent for entrepreneurship
	Posted by | learners
	Christel House SA welcomed Professor Tim Scales from the USA to help their grade 10 and 11 learners manufacture and sell products at their Entrepreneurship Development Day. Professor Scales, who developed his own entrepreneurship curriculum for high-school children, said that CHSA pupils were keen to learn about entrepreneurship, and as a result did a great job at the Marketing Day.

28-APR-09·	Skills development is the best form of unemployment insurance
	Posted by | learners
	Educators from school level upward should sell the notion that skills development is unemployment insurance, says Cheryl James of Fasset. But in this topsy turvy economy, it's important that learners acquire skills for which there is a demand.

23-APR-09·	Grade 12 learners given another chance to shine
	Posted by | learners
	Are you interested in becoming an Allan Gray Fellow, one of South Africa's future entrepreneurial leaders? Owing to large booking numbers, the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation will run a second round of AARP Tests, offering Grade 12 learners another chance to apply for the Foundation’s Fellowship Programme.

21-APR-09·	HR management course sets up career opportunities for students
	Posted by | learners
	Hoping to start job hunting in 2010? Entrust Management Academy is offering a Human Resources Management and Practices course, providing you, with your sights set on a dream job, with the oppurtunity for professional development.

21-APR-09·	Zenex Foundation empowering teachers for South Africa
	Posted by | learners
	The Zenex Foundation recognised that owing to a shortage of both facilities and teachers in South Africa's high schools, learners' foundation phase numeracy and literacy is suffering. To solve these very serious problems, Zenex has worked in collaboration with Rhodes University and UNISA to help teachers qualify.

20-MAR-09·	The right to adult education
	Posted by | learners
	The number of employees who require adult basic education and training (ABET) in order to access programmes during employment is devastating, comments Jackie Carroll Managing Director of Media Works.

18-MAR-09·	Thusanani reaches the 1000 mark
	Posted by | learners
	Are you prepared to give back to the next generation of 18-year-olds? Fasset and partners celebrate 1000 successful enrolments in their Work Readiness Programme, which equips unemployed graduates with the skills they require to successfully enter the marketplace.

25-FEB-09·	R1m to assist learners in maths & science
	Posted by | learners
	An amount of R1.26 million has been donated to False Bay College to strengthen the Grade 10 to 12 tutoring programme on offer at the college’s Centre of Science and Technology.

25-FEB-09·	Bridge over river to help learners get to school
	Posted by | learners
	Getting to school has been made much safer for the teachers and learners of Thombothi High School with the opening of the Thombothi Black Umfolozi Bridge.

29-JAN-09·	348 learners graduate with wealth management skills
	Posted by | learners
	The South African insurance industry has a new cadre of 348 high-potential and well-trained black graduates at its disposal after they successfully completed a wealth management Learnership.

15-JAN-09·	Reflections on 2008
	Posted by | learners
	First and foremost, we have spread our wings to venture into Africa! We were chosen by Blue Financial Services to train two groups of their employees in Nigeria and Zambia on ‘Applying Credit Assessment Practices and Methodologies’ and ‘An Introduction to Credit Management’.

26-NOV-08·	Communities, companies and the state need to work together
	Posted by | learners
	The career advise is a challenge on its own. If we look at both scenarios, i.e. the shortage of skills and the passion of an individual, they are vitally important. Following a career that you do not have a passion of is a frustration for the individual and his surrounding.

25-NOV-08·	Choose a career as a recruitment consultant
	Posted by | learners
	It is a career certainly not for the individual who sees it as: 'A cushy interviewing job' Interviewing only forms a small part of the diverse and responsible role of a recruitment consultant.

10-NOV-08·	Matrics write last maths paper
	Posted by | learners
	While maths is not always every pupils favourite subject - matriculants from high schools in Atteridgeville said though the subject needed a lot of preparation work, it was not as tough as they had expected. Pupils from Bokgoni Technical Secondary School in Atteridgeville said they were confident that they had made it in both mathematics papers, despite the nerves they had struggled to subdue in the weeks leading up to the exams.

03-NOV-08·	Teachers must expose disabled learners to opportunities
	Posted by | learners
	Educators must find multiple ways of exposing learners with disabilities to opportunities that will help them demonstrate their full potential, says Minister in the Presidency, Dr Manto Tshabalala-Msimang. Speaking during her visit to the two schools that cater for learners with disabilities in Soshanguve, the minister urged educators to move beyond merely teaching children daily living skills and crafts.

03-NOV-08·	'It was not so tough' say matrics about first exam
	Posted by | learners
	The 2008 matric examinations kicked off without any hiccups on Monday morning, with the Grade 12’s saying the English paper 1 exam had not been to tough. Most pupils from schools around Pretoria said they were confident they had done well in the examination.

29-OCT-08·	Learners find success in retail sector
	Posted by | learners
	The Wholesale and Retail Seta has successfully piloted a programme in the Western Cape which allows Grade 12 learners to experience work in the retail sector. The IKusasa Project was so successful that it achieved 120% of its targets. All this on top of the Seta's recent Standard of Good Practice Award which the organisation received at the National Skills Conference.

29-OCT-08·	Matric exams kicks off with practical, non-official languages
	Posted by | learners
	After year-long preparations, the 2008 matric examination kicked off on Wednesday morning. A total of 13 non-official languages and practical subjects are to be written throughout the week.

28-OCT-08·	Teachin is a profession, treat it as such
	Posted by | learners
	My view is that the learning agenda in this beloved country still has a long way to go.I suppose Teachin is a profession that need to be treated as such. With pride and professionalism.Students and learners expect their teachers to be role models

28-OCT-08·	Dept makes final preparations ahead of matric exams
	Posted by | learners
	The Department of Education is finalising preparations towards the matric examinations, saying the exams would be administered with reliability and credibility

27-OCT-08·	All systems go for start of matric exams this week
	Posted by | learners
	Its all systems go for the start of the matric exams this week, and Education Minister Naledi Pandor says she’s confident that learners, schools and teachers alike are all ready. “I have absolute confidence that the teachers and the learners will be ready for the exams,“ the minister said.

26-OCT-08·	Cabinet wishes learners well ahead of exams
	Posted by | learners
	Cabinet Ministers have wished all learners who will be sitting for their exams, especially Grade 12s, the best of luck in their forth-coming examinations. Cabinet said the whole country must express and show gratitude to the thousands of teachers who have given their very best to ensure that the learners are ready and well prepared to enter the examination rooms.

20-OCT-08·	KZN ready for the matric finals
	Posted by | learners
	Matriculants in KwaZulu-Natal are well-prepared for their senior certificate examinations which begin next week, says the provincial Department of Education. MEC for Education Ina Cronje said that preparations were going well in the province ahead of the 2008 National Senior Certificate Examination (NSC). This year will see the first class of matrics writing exams based on the new curriculum

15-OCT-08·	Education campaign to ensure quality learning, teaching
	Posted by | learners
	The newly launched Quality Learning and Teaching Campaign will help to improve the quality of education for all learners especially the poor through mobilising communities to provide support to schools, teachers and learners. Speaking at the launch of the campaign on Thursday, Education Minister Naledi Pandor said the campaign sought to make citizens aware of the importance of education, and their roles, responsibilities and obligations towards education.

15-OCT-08·	Learners encouraged to consider careers in transport
	Posted by | learners
	In an effort to inspire learners to consider a career in transport, the City of Cape Town has made learners aware of the various career opportunities in the transport industry.

08-OCT-08·	Grade 12 learners prepared for the final exams
	Posted by | learners
	Its all systems go according to the first group of anxious and excited matriculants to write their final exams under the new National Curriculum Statement (NCS), writes Gabi Khumalo. Approximately 600 000 students across the country's nine provinces will be sitting for their exams which will take place from 29 October to 3 December 2008.

06-OCT-08·	Learn to lead by example
	Posted by | learners
	Teachers are supposed to be qualified and respected people, but unfortunately many of them don’t live up to the expectations of the community regarding professional appearance.

01-OCT-08·	Council discusses formulation of teachers dress code
	Posted by | learners
	The South African Council for Educators (SACE) has called on schools to help formulate guidelines for a dress code for school teachers. The council’s Chief Executive Officer Rej Brijraj said the Department of Education had received a number of complaints that some teachers were not dressing appropriately.

01-OCT-08·	Cape Town introduces improvements for Transport Month
	Posted by | learners
	The City of Cape Town is to initiate a variety of exciting projects, both to celebrate October as Transport Month and to further improve the city’s transport system."Transport is the lifeblood of Cape Town’s economy and impacts on every resident," said Elizabeth Thompson, Mayoral Committee Member for Transport, Roads and Stormwater.

29-SEP-08·	Tracking system to assist in learner record keeping
	Posted by | learners
	The Department of Education has launched a new system to collect the data of each learner in the country and track their movement throughout their school careers. The system will for the first time ensure the Education Department has accurate enrolment numbers for learners in all schools.

18-SEP-08·	Learners to participate in Primary Science Day
	Posted by | learners
	Primary school learners in four provinces will on Thursday participate in the annual Primary Science Day (PSD) aimed at encouraging them to develop interests in maths and science. Over 75 000 learners, more than 1000 educators and 500 schools in the four provinces will participate in the project.

17-SEP-08·	Cape Town pupils to help clean up beaches
	Posted by | learners
	Learners from various schools in Cape Town are expected to help clean up rivers, canals and beaches next week.

17-SEP-08·	Gauteng science, maths learners win big
	Posted by | learners
	The Smart Young Mindz competition is aimed at stimulating interest in young learners to study in the fields of maths, science and technology, reports the Gauteng Provincial Government.

18-AUG-08·	English Speaking host families needed
	Posted by | learners
	Learners need accomodation for four weeks to three months

26-JUL-08·	Dept provides support for displaced learners
	Posted by | learners
	The Western Cape Department of Education is seeking ways to provide further support to students displaced during the recent attacks on people from other countries, saying that it is important that their education continues.

24-JUL-08·	Improved literacy levels for farm workers
	Posted by | learners
	The Agriseta has renewed its Abet training contract with adult education and training specialist Media Works to continue with a national training programme. The new contract will extend the project’s reach to additional learners and build a results trail through certification.

02-JUL-08·	Poverty leads to high TB defaulter rate
	Posted by | learners
	Speaking to BuaNews during the South African TB Conference, currently underway in Durban, TB Free Advocacy Communication and Social Mobilisation Manager, Leko Nkabinde said due to poverty, most people were surviving on social grants they received for their illnesses.

01-JUL-08·	SA 'turning the corner on unemployment' :Mpahlwa
	Posted by | learners
	South Africa appears to be turning the corner on unemployment, says Minister of Trade and Industry Mandisi Mpahlwa, pointing to statistics showing a fall in unemployment as well as a steady rise in people's average incomes.

01-JUL-08·	Science students who excel to be recognised at Olympiad
	Posted by | learners
	Learners who outperform their peers in science will be recognised at the 44th National Science Olympiad awards ceremony. The countrywide science competition is made up of questions that are curriculum-based and includes learners’ general knowledge on science and technology.

17-JUN-08·	AIDS Prevention Programme to be Officially Commended
	Posted by | learners
	The South African youth AIDS prevention project Star School which operates under the auspices of Thanda Lodge’s, The Jobs AIDS Conservation (JAC) Initiative, Star School is being commended the runner up in the Global Business Coalition (GBC) Award for Business Excellence on HIV/AIDS in Community Philanthropy at their annual Awards for Business Excellence in New York City.

17-JUN-08·	Award for chemical industries Seta
	Posted by | learners
	A merit award was conferred on the chemical industries Seta, Chieta, in recognition of consistent attainment of a standard of excellence in the practice of co-operative education. The award was received by Rajen Naidoo, Regional Manager of KZN/E Cape, on behalf of Chieta at the “Co-Operative Education@work” conference, held recently in Durban.

09-JUN-08·	Twenty learners graduate from CAT Programme
	Posted by | learners
	It was a very proud moment for the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA), Fasset (the Seta for Finance, Accounting, Management Consulting and Other Financial Services) and ORT South Africa when the first tranche of twenty learners recently graduated from the five-week CAT Work Readiness Programme.

09-JUN-08·	St Stithian pupils encouraged to attain high marks
	Posted by | learners
	All learners should strive to broaden and deepen their understanding, skills and knowledge to become informed and attain the highest possible marks in all subjects, says Education Minister Naledi Pandor.

08-JUN-08·	Why sympathize for a wage subsidy
	Posted by | learners
	We at Toyota have a Learnership programme that is proving very successful. Most of the Learners after a six month program are either employed directly into the factory, appointed with our suppliers or enter into apprenticeships, some seek work elsewhere taking their newly acquired skills to other employers and some have entered other programmes elsewhere that take them to NQF level 3 & 4.

05-JUN-08·	Travel businesses help learners fly!
	Posted by | learners
	“We wish to thank the participating Host Employers who have embraced this skills development initiative” says Don Leffler. “The experience which Learners receive will be most valuable for their future careers” says Don “and will contribute to meeting the demand for specific skills identified as scarce in the travel sector”.

03-JUN-08·	NECSA uses English Literacy ABET programme
	Posted by | learners
	South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (NECSA) is utilising an English Literacy and Numeracy programme to ensure the transformation and upliftment of its blue collar workforce. Initiated in 2003, with a small project of 15 learners at the Pelchem division, the programme now includes over 200 learners from other divisions.

03-JUN-08·	NW allocates R153m to FET colleges to improve skills
	Posted by | learners
	The North West Department of Education has budgeted R153 million to Further Education and Training colleges (FET), which will intensify its programme of improving skills.

03-JUN-08·	University degrees should not be extened
	Posted by | learners
	If we go back over the years, history will show - university students accepted the rules that applied at the particular university. They knuckled down, studied hard, did not waste time in rioting and other extra curricular activities and either graduated or did not.

27-MAY-08·	Train the Trainer project for the DRC
	Posted by | learners
	COOL IDEAS in association with Cowan International recently completed the training of a number of Facilitators from a large mining company in the DRC. The training was run in French, this being the mother tongue of these learners from the Rpublique Dmocratique du Congo. COOL IDEAS can run its training programmes in French.

20-MAY-08·	The Top Thusanani learners
	Posted by | learners
	The first intake of learners for 2008 on the Fasset-funded Thusanani Work Readiness Programme have recently graduated. Acknowledged as some of the best unemployed graduates on the South African labour market, Thusanani learners are now ready to enter the world of work.

19-MAY-08·	Biggest Letsema graduation ceremony ever
	Posted by | learners
	A flagship project, with an ambitious goal of placing 5 000 unemployed learners on a one-year learnership, it is the biggest single skills upliftment initiative ever been implemented in the banking sector in South Africa, and the recent Gauteng graduation ceremony at Gallagher Estate in Midrand, with 434 learners graduating, was the biggest Letsema graduation to date.

15-MAY-08·	Grade R learners to benefit from transport scheme
	Posted by | learners
	Addressing the Provincial Legislature, ahead of the department budget speech, Education MEC Cameron Dugmore said the department was spending R87 million per year on the Learner Transport Scheme, which benefits about 46 000 rural learners on a daily basis.

13-MAY-08·	R1.3 million for maths and science learners
	Posted by | learners
	The university will use the donation of R1.3 million to enhance the provision of maths and science programmes through its Vuwani Science Centre to schools in the surrounding communities.

06-MAY-08·	Science Week to encourage youth to pursue science
	Posted by | learners
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena will officially open the National Science Week (NSW) aimed at persuading the youth to pursue careers in the science field.

29-APR-08·	Unversity offers opportunity to aspirant lawyers
	Posted by | learners
	The University of Pretoria’s Law Faculty is giving aspirant lawyers, learners currently at high schools across Pretoria an opportunity to use their existing knowledge of legal arguments at mock court sittings.

29-APR-08·	Exams for unsuccessful matrics start next week
	Posted by | learners
	Rewriting of examinations for thousands of unsuccessful 2007 matric learners gets underway. The learners who did not make it in the final examinations were given an opportunity by the Education Department to complete their matric through the Intensive Tuition and Support programme.

23-APR-08·	Disadvantaged schools to teach “World’s Biggest Lesson”
	Posted by | learners
	The learners from Mitchell's Plain, Athlone and Retreat will join millions of children, teachers, parents and campaigners in over 100 countries teaching their politicians, officials and government representatives including journalists the important lessons about human rights, justice and responsibility.

22-APR-08·	WC education budget prioritise poorest schools
	Posted by | learners
	The increased allocation in the education budget will primarily be used to provide the poorest schools with libraries, science labs, halls and extra classes, according to the Western Cape Education Department.

21-APR-08·	Competition assists learners language proficiency
	Posted by | learners
	Ekurhuleni learners are set to prove their reading skills and language proficiency when they take part in the annual Strongest Link Reading Competition at the Boksburg Civic Centre Auditorium.

31-MAR-08·	Redesigned education portals to be launched
	Posted by | learners
	Education Minister Naledi Pandor will unveil the redesigned Thutong Education Portal which has been simplified to allow for easier searching and research.

29-MAR-08·	Apply when you see the advertisement
	Posted by | learners
	A workplace simulation, trainees are provided with source documents from five businesses. Following a step-by-step process, they are required to complete trial balances for all five businesses. Learners work at their own pace, with supervisors providing support where necessary.

18-MAR-08·	Qualifications awarded to women and black learners
	Posted by | learners
	A Saqa document sheds light on the trends in universities over the last decade. While the proportion of qualifications awarded to Black and women graduates has increased substantially, the majority of these qualifications are still at relatively low levels – 6 and 7 on the National Qualifications Framework.

17-MAR-08·	Teachers not in school!
	Posted by | learners
	The Department of Education is horrified to receive a copy of a notice issued by the South African Democratic Teachers' Union (SADTU), calling all its KwaZulu-Natal Northern Natal members to a Teacher Forum, a school day, starting at 10h00.

12-MAR-08·	Education dept investigates bus accident
	Posted by | learners
	The Western Cape Department of Education is to conduct a full investigation into the cause of a school bus accident involving pupils and teachers from Beacon School in Mitchell’s Plain. About 40 pupils and six staff members were injured when the school bus overturned on the R300 outside Bellville.

05-MAR-08·	North West govt prioritises no-fee schools
	Posted by | learners
	The North West government has set aside funds to ensure 716 additional schools to benefit from the no-fee school status this year.

28-FEB-08·	Business unusual
	Posted by | learners
	Initiated by the Bankseta to support Finance Sector Charter targets, the Kuyasa Postgraduate Learnership for Unemployed Graduates is an exacting qualification, and one which requires a lot of hard work, dedication and commitment to complete.

21-FEB-08·	Cape reserves help schools’ Geo project
	Posted by | learners
	The City of Cape Town’s nature reserves are assisting schools with Geographic Information System (GIS), a new section in the geography curriculum of South African schools.

19-FEB-08·	Education has done it again!!!
	Posted by | learners
	It amuses me that you find more regularly that Government finds something to play around with and trying there best to amuse everyone...

18-FEB-08·	Learners to be taught Bill of Responsibility
	Posted by | learners
	The new Bill of Responsibilities for the youth of South Africa will be taught in all schools as part of life orientation skills, says Education Minister Naledi Pandor. Unveiling the Bill, the minister said there was a need to instil a culture of respect and responsibilities among the youth.

13-FEB-08·	Gauteng’s 70 new schools to ease overcrowding
	Posted by | learners
	The Gauteng Education Department is building 70 new schools throughout the province to help curb overcrowding and ensure the smooth running of the education system

13-FEB-08·	Chefs Academy unlocks international opportunities
	Posted by | learners
	The Compass Group Chef Academy has guaranteed top achieving learners an opportunity to work abroad, for the Compass group, which operates in 64 countries around the world

13-FEB-08·	Learners get 60 000 lapdesks to improve learning
	Posted by | learners
	In a bid to ensure effective learning at needy schools, Old Mutual has provided 60 000 lapdesks worth R3 million to learners at 30 schools in the country

13-FEB-08·	Computer programme shows positive results
	Posted by | learners
	An International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) programme at the St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls which started two years ago has shown positive results

13-FEB-08·	Supporting learners all the way
	Posted by | learners
	Setas are often criticized for not providing learners with sufficient learner support

12-FEB-08·	All SA learners now on same curriculum
	Posted by | learners
	This year marks the first year that all learners will be on the same national school curriculum

07-FEB-08·	Eastern Cape learners to get 90 bicycles
	Posted by | learners
	Eastern Cape learners who travel long distances to reach schools in the rural areas, are to receive 90 bicycles from the provincial Roads and Transport Department

31-JAN-08·	Call for minimum wage for students
	Posted by | learners
	Study fees are always a burden for univeristy students but even TsiBA in Cape Town, which offers free higher education, sees students drop out as they are encouraged to get a job so they can support their families. TsiBA's Leigh Meinert is calling for a national minimum wage for students to assist them in completing their courses.

24-JAN-08·	Is training really paying off?
	Posted by | learners
	How do we sustain motivation levels? How do we get our staff to implement what they have been taught? These questions are asked of training providers on a daily basis.

23-JAN-08·	4th year for successfull graduate unemployment programme
	Posted by | learners
	The successful Thusanani programme is now in its fourth year and it continues to deal with the graduate unemployment problem we face. Thusanani takes young previously disadvantaged and unemployed graduates, provides them with the skills that they require to successfully enter the world of work - and facilitates their placement with employers.

17-JAN-08·	Joy and tears on the first day of school
	Posted by | learners
	Scores of beaming but anxious Grade R pupils filed into schools across KwaZulu-Natal to start the first day of their academic careers

15-JAN-08·	Tuition classes set for failed matrics
	Posted by | learners
	The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education will open registration for tuition classes, to prepare pupils who failed their matric examinations for June’s supplementary examinations

10-JAN-08·	Maths is cool when you MXit
	Posted by | learners
	The sound of school bells echoing through the air will officially mark the start of the 2008 academic year as well as the second year of Maths on MXit; the innovative instant messaging maths tutoring programme.

09-JAN-08·	Schools must become safer for girls, says Pandor
	Posted by | learners
	On the eve of a new school term, Education Minister Naledi Pandor has renewed her commitment to making schools in the country safer, focusing on sexual harassment and gender-based violence.

06-DEC-07·	Skills training will help honour grandmother
	Posted by | learners
	A young woman from Ivory Park hopes to honour her grandmother’s memory by purchasing a tombstone for her, once she returns from skills training in India.

27-NOV-07·	Arts and Culture inaugurates 89 interns
	Posted by | learners
	Learners should use the internship programmes to advance their chosen career paths in the “exciting and dynamic” fields of arts and culture, says Arts and Culture Deputy Minister Ntombazana Botha

09-NOV-07·	Foster-Melliar refuses to compromise
	Posted by | learners
	In order to ensure customers get the best return on this course, Foster-Melliar will be offering this as a two-day course allowing their trainers to workshop ideas and give learners the opportunity to understand the relevance of the revision in a workplace application.

24-OCT-07·	Labour Minister honours Bankseta as one of the top performers
	Posted by | learners
	The Bankseta, Fasset and ISETT Seta were recognised by Minister of Labour, Membathisi Mdladlana, at the 2007 National Skills Conference in Boksburg, for being the best performers among all 23 SETAs.

11-OCT-07·	Thusanani hosts its best trade fair yet
	Posted by | learners
	Learners on the Fasset-funded Thusanani Work Readiness Programme, offered in partnership by Stanley Hutcheson and Associates, the University of Johannesburg and Deloitte, are required to develop a product or service, which meets a real need within their community. Learners are required to form a company, develop a business plan, and then exhibit their product or service at the Thusanani Trade Fair, to which Fasset employers are invited

03-OCT-07·	SA’s matric learners start their final exams
	Posted by | learners
	This week sees the first group of grade 12 learners sitting for their final senior certificate examinations. The 2007 senior certificate examinations have started in some provinces with the rest to follow next week.

02-OCT-07·	Over 1000 learners to join Edcon Retail Academy
	Posted by | learners
	Over 1000 learners have been given the opportunity to pursue studies at the Edcon Retail Academy, through a sponsorship from the Wholesale and Retail Seta. Speaking at the launch of South Africa’s new corporate university, Edcon Chief Executive Officer Steve Ross said plans are in place to change the face of retail.

28-MAY-07·	More opportunities for African learners open up
	Posted by | learners
	An amount of $10 million (approx R69 million) has been set aside to increase educational opportunities for African learners over the next five years. The Coca Cola Africa Foundation (TCCAF) availed funds to expand the educational projects in underserved communities.

25-APR-07·	Banking sector collaborates on women's development programme
	Posted by | learners
	For the first time banks and micro finance institutions have collaborated to create and implement a development programme for women working in the sector. The Bankseta programme will build a pool of highly skilled women in banking who will be well positioned for promotion into senior management positions within the banking sector.

06-MAR-07·	The beginning of a new day for Bankseta learners
	Posted by | learners
	The beginning of a new day has dawned for 140 unemployed youth who have graduated at a special ceremony at the Liban Conference Centre in Woodmead. "Equipped with workplace skills and a NQF-level 6 Certificate in Business Management, the Bankseta believes the programme aims to be a door-opener for many of these learners,” Bankseta CEO, Frank Groenewald explains.

22-NOV-06·	Interest in workplace-ready graduates is expected to be high
	Posted by | learners
	The Fasset funded Thusanani Work Readiness Programme has proved a resounding success. Piloted in 2005, Fasset’s Management Board agreed to fund a second intake of 150 unemployed graduates in 2006 and these learners have now also graduated.

05-OCT-06·	What if every company could take 10 learners?
	Posted by | learners
	Imagine if every company took a handful of matriculants and, without fighting for Seta funding, put heart and soul into providing training – that would make a big difference.

09-AUG-06·	Fasset urges employers to take on disabled learners
	Posted by | learners
	Out of the 2,25 million disabled people in South Africa, 160 000 have a secondary level qualification and another 65 000 have a tertiary qualification. However unemployment in this group is 99.28%. Fasset Seta CEO Cheryl James says her organisation is taking on the challenge to ensure more people with disabilities are employable in the finance and accounting sector.

28-JUN-06·	Fasset see first tranche of EUPEC learners graduate
	Posted by | learners
	“This is a landmark achievement. These learners have achieved against great odds,” says Fasset CEO, Cheryl James as the first group of learners on the Seta's Education Upliftment Project graduate from the University of Fort Hare.

08-MAR-06·	Gautrain offers bursaries to 15 students
	Posted by | learners
	The Gautrain project organisers have announced bursaries for 15 engineering students which will allow them to gain international experience with the companies involved in the Bombela Consortium.

01-MAR-06·	Will new tax incentives increase the number of disabled learners?
	Posted by | learners
	In an effort to increase the number of people with disabilities enrolled on learnerships, Finance Minister Trevor Manuel announced more generous tax incentives in his 2006 budget. While they have been praised by Setas, there are other problems that still have to be overcome in placing people with disabilities on learnerships.

01-MAR-06·	Ensuring learners on learnerships are not exploited
	Posted by | learners
	Learnerships have been promoted as the primary tool to address the country’s skills shortage and to assist young people acquire skills that will secure them employment. But with the Minister of Labour highlighting incidences of abuse of learners, how do we maintain trust in this new form of training and ensure high standards of learning?

01-FEB-06·	Fasset succeeds with National Treasury learners
	Posted by | learners
	While only a small number of employees in the Fasset sector require ABET training, the Seta has not forgotten about them. A training programme at the National Treasury was recently completed.

18-JAN-06·	Youth organisations call for more FET funding
	Posted by | learners
	Speaking at the conclusion of the Youth Summit, National Youth Commission Chairperson Jabu Mbabula called for more funding for FET Colleges and further support for their One-Company-One-Learner campaign.

13-JAN-06·	Learners, teachers ready to implement the new curriculum
	Posted by | learners
	The new school year will see more changes than usual with the new curriculum and some new subjects for learners and educators to deal with. Higher Education SA head Piyushi Kotecha says her organisation is working with schools to ensure a smooth transition for those moving on to university after school.

31-OCT-05·	Accommodating people with disabilities can grow your business
	Posted by | learners
	Shakila Maharaj, a consultant on employment equity issues, believes that companies that truly accommodate people with disabilities can see their financial performance improve.

26-OCT-05·	Disabled learners show their entrepreneurial mettle
	Posted by | learners
	One of the most remarkable skills development projects to date, the Amasondo Esibindi new venture creation learnership for the mobility impaired, is drawing to a close and has resulted in several learners setting up what promise to be thriving businesses.

07-JUL-05·	Umsobomvu explores disability learnership projects
	Posted by | learners
	Delegates to the Umsobomvu Youth Fund conference recognised the successes achieved by projects such as the Amasondo Esibindi Learnership for learners with disabilities. However areas that need more work were also highlighted.

05-JUL-05·	Not enough learners taking maths & science
	Posted by | learners
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena has expressed concern over the low number of high school learners taking and passing Mathematics and Science subjects.

30-MAY-05·	Education department explains new curriculum
	Posted by | learners
	The Department of Education has announced that a new curriculum for Grades 10, 11 and 12 will be introduced in the country over the next three years.

08-OCT-04·	How to get onto a learnership
	Posted by | learners
	Here are some tips if you would like to do a learnership.

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