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KZN spelling bee star heads to world stage after continental success

KwaZulu-Natal learner Ashton Singh has been honoured by the provincial Department of Education after placing second in the Junior Division at the 2026 African Spelling Bee, and helping South Africa win the overall team title.

Mhaule calls for stronger early learning to improve outcomes

Deputy Minister of Basic Education Dr Reginah Mhaule on Tuesday reiterated the department’s focus on strengthening foundational learning, with particular emphasis on literacy and numeracy.

Gwarube again calls for urgent, sustained ECD investment

Government has set aside R10 billion over three years to support ECD subsidies, including an increase in the subsidy from R17 to R24 per child per day.

Student leaders, EFF slam Manamela’s decision on NSFAS administration

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela announced on Monday that NSFAS had been placed under administration with immediate effect.

Bail denied for KuGompo principal accused of ordering lover’s murder

Prosecutor Lerato Ngqinileyo told the court that releasing George Jude Plaatjies would undermine public confidence in the criminal justice system.

OWLAG honours teachers behind 100% matric success

The awards recognised departmental teaching excellence using measurable indicators drawn from the Independent Examinations Board.

NSFAS placed under administration

Professor Hlengani Mathebula has been appointed to return stability to the embattled scheme.

R5m boost for KZN learning centre as Gondwe backs second-chance education

The centre serves out-of-school youth and adults who are not in employment, education, or training,

Waterkloof edge Collegiate to claim Belgotex girls hockey title

Hoërskool Waterkloof has won the 2026 Belgotex Sport Girls Hockey Challenge title with a 1-0 victory over Collegiate Girls’ High School.

Tolashe tells parents not to accept compensation from child abusers

The minister said South Africa needed a whole-of-society response to ensure children are safe.

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