Education
SOUTH AFRICA NEEDS SAFE SCHOOLS TO PRODUCE BEST LEARNERS
By KOPANO MONAHENG MZANSI needs to produce some of the best educated and literate citizens in the world. To achieve this, more must be done academically to ensure that learners arrive to school on time, get proper meal and study in a safe and distraction-free environment. Learners should not be allowed to bring drugs, dangerous…
GAUTENG SCHOOL ONLINE ADMISSION NOW OPEN
By KOPANO MONAHENG Parents and guardians whose children will be starting Grade 1 or Grade 8 in 2027 are encouraged to apply through the Gauteng Department of Education’s online admissions system. The application period will run from 5 August to 4 September this year and no extensions will be granted after the closing date. Parents…
MINISTER NZIMANDE CALLS FOR STRONGER PARTNERSHIPS TO BOOST INNOVATION-DRIVEN INDUSTRIALISATION DURING HISTORIC SCI-BONO VISIT
Strengthening STREAM education (Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and inspiring the next generation of innovators took centre stage as the Honourable Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande, conducted an official visit to Africa’s largest science centre, the Sci-Bono Discovery Centre, on Friday, 24 July. This high-profile engagement took place during…
Early Childhood Development Key to South Africa’s Future
By KOPANO MONAHENG Every year, South Africa celebrates thousands of matric learners who pass with distinctions, applauding their hard work as they prepare to further their studies at universities and TVET colleges across the country. Their achievements are a source of pride for families, schools and communities. However, these learners did not reach matric on…
PIKIUP BRINGS SMILES TO PIMVILLE PUPILS DURING MANDELA MONTH
By KOPANO MONAHENG MANDELA Month is far from over, and pupils at Pimville Primary School in Soweto had every reason to smile after receiving a special visit from Pikiup today. The cleaning company celebrated Mandela Month by donating toys to pupils and dustbins to the school. This brought joy and excitement to the entire school…
Mandela Day well celebrated!
By Kopano Monaheng EVERY year on 18 July, the world commemorates Nelson Mandela Day, a day dedicated to encouraging individuals and organisations to give back to their communities through acts of service and generosity. For many private companies, the day provides an opportunity to donate resources to disadvantaged schools, charities and community organisations to help…
e-Gov to Crown Its Top Young Tech Innovators at G13 Hackathon Finale
The Gauteng Department of e-Government (e-Gov), in partnership with Microsoft, will host the closing ceremony of the Youth Tech Expo (YTE) G13 Hackathon Grand Finale on Thursday, 09 July 2026, at the Microsoft Offices in Johannesburg. The closing ceremony will be led by Gauteng Premier Mr. Panyaza Lesufi, together with the Gauteng MEC for e-Government,…
Government to Invest Billions in Student Accommodation Programme
By Kopano MonahengMZANSI government to dish out billions of rands in building student accommodation across the country. While the initiative is good news for the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI), it will also create thousands of employment opportunities during the construction phase and after the completion of the projects.The programme is expected to…
CAREER GUIDANCE INSPIRE PUPILS TO PURSUE CAREERS THAT MATCH THEIR AMBITIONS AND ABILITIES
THABO MOTLHABI Mzansi pupils can only achieve success if they’re exposed to career initiatives like these. Such opportunities broaden their understanding of the wide range of careers available, help them identify their interests, talents, and strengths. This was the evident when grade 11&12 pupils from West Rand schools attended career expo in their area last…