Doubts over successful implementation of mother-tongue school  instruction programme
/ 8 April 2025

Doubts over successful implementation of mother-tongue school  instruction programme

The department of basic education has rolled out the programme for grade four learners in maths, science and technology

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Ramaphosa says ANC will shock critics in 2026 local elections, end ‘disrespect’
/ 9 January 2025

Ramaphosa says ANC will shock critics in 2026 local elections, end ‘disrespect’

The party hopes to win back voters in the Western Cape, where its January 8 commemoration is being held

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Cabinet ‘clearing house’ will meet this week to resolve GNU partner disputes
/ 15 October 2024

Cabinet ‘clearing house’ will meet this week to resolve GNU partner disputes

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will chair the dispute resolution committee

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Rights groups criticise new Bela law’s ‘silence’ on plight of learners with disabilities
/ 17 September 2024

Rights groups criticise new Bela law’s ‘silence’ on plight of learners with disabilities

South Africa has 489 special needs schools that face a R21 million budget shortfall as they grapple with dilapidated facilities

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