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Western Cape School Applications Closing Today

The Western Cape Department of Education has decided to extend applications for the 2022 school year. 

School Sports Allowed Under Level 1 Restrictions

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School sports are allowed to make a comeback under the new level 1 restrictions. The Department of Basic Education has given a breakdown, explaining how these sports will take place. 

Matric Rewrite Registration Extended

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Learners can now register to write the May/June Senior Certificate (SC) and National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations.

Basic Education Stimulus Comes To An End

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More than 300 000 jobs have been successfully created through the Basic Education Presidential Youth Employment Stimulus.

Western Cape Struggling With School Admissions

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The Western Cape Education Department has revealed that thousands of learners have still not been placed in schools. 

Thousands Of ECD Centres Apply For Relief Fund

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Many Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres have been submitting applications to receive relief from the government. 

3 Types Of School Fee Exemptions

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With learners back at school, parents may be worried about paying fees. Applying for a school fee exemption can lighten the financial load. 

Fight Against High Dropout Rate Continues

The Zero Dropout Campaign has been trying to tackle the school dropout rate. Around 40% of learners dropout of school before reaching matric. 

Minister To Announce Matric Results Today

Angie Motshekga

The wait is nearly over for matric learners, as Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga will be announcing the matric results today. 

Umalusi Approves Release Of Matric Results

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Umalusi has given the Department of Basic Education the go ahead to release the matric results. 

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Vaccine Registration Now Open To The Public
Friday, April 16, 2021 - 11:01am - Simbongile Makanda
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The Covid-19 vaccine online registration is now open to the public. This launch comes as the Department of Health prepares for phase two of the vaccine rollout. 

The public, as well as citizens over the age of 60 can now register on the Electronic Vaccination Data System (EVDS).

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Unisa Extends Submission Date For Assignments
Thursday, April 15, 2021 - 4:03pm - Simbongile Makanda
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Unisa has extended the submission date of assignments. The university confirmed this, following the extension of the academic year. 

The new due date of all assignments is now 12 May 2021. However, this due date does not apply to the School of Business Leadership. 

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Resigned Or Dismissed? The Difference When It Comes To Your Rights
Thursday, April 15, 2021 - 1:04pm - Werksmans Attorneys
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The employment relationship involves two parties - the employer and the employee - and accordingly there are three possible ways in which this relationship can end, or terminate. 

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National State Of Disaster Extended By Another Month
Thursday, April 15, 2021 - 11:29am - Simbongile Makanda

The national state of disaster has been extended by yet another month. This decision follows consultations with the Cabinet.

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma confirmed the extension by releasing a gazette. 

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Always-On Culture Is No Excuse To Bend Annual Leave Rules
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 4:01pm - Bowmans South Africa
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Article written by Melissa Cogger, senior associate, and Leila de Saude, associate, Bowmans South Africa.
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