The North West Department of Education confirmed that the Grade 12 learner, who was hospitalised with serious injuries, had died, bringing the number of learner fatalities to three, along with the driver.
A new Sepedi translation of Animal Farm — the classic political allegory by English author George Orwell — is set to broaden access to ideas about power, leadership and democracy in South African classrooms.
The postponement was confirmed in a joint statement by the Department of Basic Education (DBE), the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) and South African Schools Athletics (SASA).
The National Schools Athletics Championships have been postponed from 8–11 April 2026 to 29 April 2026 following a last-minute venue change caused by the unavailability of Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg, sparking criticism from organisers, government stakeholders, political parties and leaving athletes in limbo while parents face financial losses.
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube on Thursday received the Africa Spelling Bee Championship trophy after South African learners secured a narrow victory at the continental competition.
Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has told young people from BRICS+ countries to pursue innovation that helps preserve sovereignty and the right to self-determination, particularly in the Global South.
