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Investing in science critical for SA’s development targets

By Dr Blade Nzimande As the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), we strongly believe that no nation can hope to achieve its development...

Security concerns, exam irregularities dominate NSC debate

By Thapelo Molefe The recent fatal shooting of a school principal in the Western Cape and allegations of leaked matric results sparked urgent discussions in...

World Bank calls for urgent reforms in SA’s education system

By Thapelo Molefe South Africa’s education system faces critical challenges as learning outcomes stagnate and budgets decline, according to a recent World Bank report.  Speaking at the...

Major concerns reported as North West schools re-open

By Amy Musgrave The North West education department is ready for the new year on paper only, with a severe lack of resources at many...

Education DG praises teachers, parents for supporting matriculants

By Thebe Mabanga The performances of learners from poor backgrounds, as well as the sacrifices of teachers, learners and broader communities were the most commendable...

Gwarube announces possible leak of NSC results

By Johnathan Paoli Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has confirmed reports of a possible leak of matric results. Speaking during an urgent media briefing before a ministerial...

A phenomenal year for SA sports

By Sumayya Khan Sport is a unifying force, transcending race, class and nationality boundaries. Athletes’ achievements on the global stage serve as a powerful reminder...

Universities are producing fewer STEM graduates

By Johnathan Paoli South African universities produced 5065 fewer graduates in key science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields during the 2023/24 financial year than...

Basic education portfolio committee says pupils must come first

By Johnathan Paoli The Basic Education Portfolio Committee has called on both the department and the Information Regulator (IR) to prioritise the needs of learners...

DBE files high court appeal against barring of publishing matric results

By Johnathan Paoli The Basic Education Department has instituted legal proceedings to set aside an enforcement notice, barring the publication of matric results in newspapers. Basic...

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