More than three decades after apartheid, South Africa's debates are still framed through racial lenses. The controversy over foreign academics at universities, amidst xenophobia…
Dr. Randall Carolissen, former NSFAS Administrator, shares his insights on the institution's past failures, hard-won successes, and the critical reforms still required to ensure…
A parliamentary briefing by Minister Buti Manamela has reignited the debate around foreign academics in South African universities. While public concern about employment is…
This article reflects on the growing trend of academic populism in higher education, particularly in South Africa, and its impact on genuine transformation. It argues that…
How higher education can embrace AI while protecting academic integrity The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly changed the education landscape across higher…
The proposal highlights that South Africa’s universities and technical and vocational education and training colleges can become productive economic nodes distributed across all…
The University of Fort Hare faces a governance crisis after vice-chancellor Sakhela Buhlungu was placed on precautionary suspension. Councillors warn of contested authority,…
Despite the daily life challenges, it is also important to recognise that autism comes with its own “superpowers” that students can use to their advantage. Students with autism…
Universities remain among the few institutions in society dedicated to the careful creation and stewardship of knowledge. If they respond to AI primarily through fear and…
Inside Minister Manamela’s high-stakes plan to rewrite the rules of higher education
For every hundred learners entering the NSC system, only a handful leave with Mathematics or Physical Sciences marks that reliably support success in engineering, science, health…
The student financial aid scheme said its appeals process would be open until 14 January
The country’s 21 Sector Education and Training Authorities were at the centre of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s axing in July of former higher education minister Nobuhle Nkabane
Buti Manamela’s appointment of three administrators has raised concerns from opposition parties and civil society about potential political interference
The parties said the higher education minister’s dismissal was a vital step towards restoring accountability amid governance failures and allegations of political interference
Universities need to be agile and flexible and focused on innovation and job creation to create courses tailored to needs and the job market’s demands
The brain circulation among academics is an international phenomenon that must be celebrated instead of being despised
A timely call to rethink how African history and knowledge can reclaim space in global narratives
The statistics agency’s youth report notes worsening joblessness, hunger and safety concerns among South Africa’s youth
A transformative approach is needed to improve management processes and teaching outcomes, making institutions more efficient and graduates more employable
