The Gauteng Department of Education has launched the African Neurodiversity Association and the African Journal of Neurodiversity, in a move aimed at strengthening autism research, advocacy and support from an African perspective.
Two standout players from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), Hlekane Baloyi and Asanda Mnyandu, have been selected for the national team in the South African Women’s U20 training squad, highlighting their rapid rise in the game ahead of the 2026 SA Rugby U20 Women’s Tournament in Johannesburg.
Other institutions to take part in the event were the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, the Department of Social Development and the Independent Electoral Commission.
The department said on Wednesday that the Mzansi to the World Cup “Lucky Fans” Competition was aimed at celebrating the country’s football culture and giving ordinary fans “a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the 2026 FIFA World Cup live”.
Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela has accepted a series of resignations from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) board, including acting chairperson Dr Mugwena Maluleke and board member Karabo Mohale, raising concerns about whether the board can continue to function lawfully.
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called for an urgent investigation into alleged irregularities in a R1.6 billion textbook procurement process for Grade 1 to 3 learners.
Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile has ruled out further disruptions at Bovet Primary School in Alexandra, urging parents to avoid protests that interfere with teaching despite ongoing overcrowding challenges.
Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile, briefing the media on Tuesday, said 1,021 of the province’s 2,111 public schools are over-subscribed, representing 48% of all schools. This includes 41% of primary schools and 64% of secondary schools.
Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, has outlined a solid plan to secure the future of the country’s universities, acknowledging both the achievements and the challenges of the current funding model.
Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi has withdrawn the Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy after it was revealed that the document contained fictitious references, raising serious questions about oversight in South Africa’s digital policy environment.
