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Foundation Phase catalogue approved — but are all the materials legally cleared for procurement?
The Council of Education Ministers has endorsed the new R1.6 billion Foundation Phase catalogue, yet lingering publisher deficiencies and legal compliance questions continue to…
Science in Action: Advancing Knowledge NPC Science Club Competition 2026
Over 220 learners from across the Cape Winelands and Overberg regions showcased vibrant experiments and innovation at the 2026 Advancing Knowledge NPC Science Club Competition.
Expanding STEM Opportunities: Four New Science Teaching and Learning Centres Open in the Eden and Central Karoo
Four new Science Teaching and Learning Centres have opened in the Eden and Central Karoo district, boosting hands-on STEM education and teacher training across under-resourced…
Levelling the STEM Playing Field: Two New Science Teaching and Learning Centres Open in Cape Town
Two new Science Teaching and Learning Centres have opened at John Pama Primary in Nyanga and Heinz Park Primary in Philippi, boosting STEM education and teacher training across…
From Training to Transformation: Strengthening Science Clubs Through Teacher Development
Advancing Knowledge Non-Profit Company (AK NPC), in collaboration with SADTU and the WCED's Cape Winelands and Overberg Education Districts, successfully delivered a science club…
West Coast Science teachers strengthen physics and astronomy inquiry-based teaching skills
Advancing Knowledge NPC (AK NPC) concluded its 2026 professional development programme for Natural Sciences teachers from the West Coast Education District. The SACE-endorsed…