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It’s time to reimagine adult literacy in a post-Covid-19 world

Education Jackie Carroll - 8 Sep 2020

As we celebrate International Literacy Day, it’s important that adult learners aren’t left left behind. The lockdown has curtailed face-to-face lessons, but companies in the adult literacy space are pivoting to online learning

We need more women in STEM careers

Education Nox Makunga - 9 Aug 2020

Local solutions are needed to get more women into science, technology, engineering and maths

Covid-19 deepens the educational divide

Coronavirus Bongekile Macupe - 26 Jun 2020

With the closure of schools, learning has moved to online platforms across the world, but a UNESCO report said only 12% of households in the least-developed countries have internet access at home

‘Covid-19 to deepen inequalities in education’ — report

Education Bongekile Macupe - 24 Jun 2020

A report from Unesco highlights a lack of access to online learning: only 12% of learners in sub-Saharan Africa can connect to the internet at home

Investing in education as a global common good

Africa Audrey Azoulay & Sahle-Work Zewde - 24 Jun 2020

High-stakes choices today, transforming education for tomorrow. Covid-19 must be used as a catalyst to strengthen health and education

Human lives matter more than education, but humans can still learn

Article Thidziambi Phendla - 15 Apr 2020

The lockdown has exposed gross inequalities in education and society, but also gives us the opportunity to find new solutions

What we are learning about distance learning

Article Mark Potterton - 14 Apr 2020

Sacred Heart College in Johannesburg has learned some important lessons about teaching during the Covid-19 lockdown

The urgency of rethinking education — for Africa and the world

Article Audrey Azoulay & Sahle-Work Zewde - 10 Feb 2020

We need to re-evaluate the purpose and delivery of learning, so that all citizens are equipped to face the challenges of the 21st century, among them fighting climate change and adapting to technological disruption

Purpose, profit and progress

Article Staff Reporter - 30 Jan 2020

Studying further doesn’t have to mean academia — exploring the TVET option may yield good results

Trump warns Iran of ‘major retaliation,’ threatens sanctions on Iraq

Article Sebastian Smith & Amir Havasi - 6 Jan 2020

Trump bluntly warned Iran against taking vengeance, repeating his insistence that US bombing targets could include Iran's cultural heritage sites

What is World Teachers’ Day?

Article Cayleigh Bright And & James Nash - 11 Oct 2019

A looks at the celebration's history provides guidance for the future of education

The silent struggle of special needs students in South Africa

Article James Nash - 11 Oct 2019

A special education teacher’s reflections on teaching demonstrate that a nationwide effort is needed to ensure no learner is left behind

Unequal educational outcomes are about more than enrolment

Article Manos Antoninis - 29 Aug 2019

Young people study from textbooks that reinforce stereotypes and omit women’s historical contributions

E-learning education conference looks to unlock Africa’s future

Article Elearning Africa - 15 Aug 2019

The conference will bring together different role players in society to discuss opportunities for expanding Africa’s education sector

Roll out the red carpet for SA’s indigenous languages

Article Jade Jacobsohn - 21 Feb 2019

Although English may not be the de facto talk of the town in South Africa, in written form it continues to dwarf others

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Constitutional Court ruling on restructuring dispute is good for employers

Sarah Smit - 30 Oct 2020

A judgment from the apex court empowers employers to change their workers’ contracts — without consultation

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KZN officials cash in on ‘danger pay for Covid-19’

des erasmus - 30 Oct 2020

Leadership failures at Umdoni local municipality in KwaZulu-Natal have caused a ‘very unhappy’ ANC PEC to fire the mayor and chief whip

National

The living nightmare of environmental activists who protest mine expansion

khaya koko & Oupa Nkosi - 29 Oct 2020

Last week Fikile Ntshangase was gunned down as activists fight mining company Tendele’s expansions. Community members tell the M&G about the ‘kill lists’ and the dread they live with every day

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Introducing the new CSIR strategy and identity

special reports - 30 Oct 2020

This will guide the research, development and innovation organisation in its pursuit to conduct research that enables a capable state

Special Reports

Itec serves up high-tech integrated surveillance system for family food company

special reports - 27 Oct 2020

The system includes facial recognition software and a thermal screening solution that will provide instant temperature screening of all employees

Special Reports

Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

Special Reports

Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

Special Reports

Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

Special Reports

Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

Special Reports

Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

Special Reports

The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest