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Scholar run over in Shastri Park on her way to class

A scholar was ran over a back VW while on her way to school, sustaining injuries.

Daily News News
Daily News Reporter|Published

R2m laptop rip-off: Officials bought cheaper models, lied to Premier – Mpumalanga crackdown begins

An investigation into the Mpumalanga Department of Education reveals serious procurement irregularities involving the purchase of 22 laptops worth over R2 million, prompting Premier Mandla Ndlovu to announce disciplinary action against senior officials.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Eastbury Secondary's Legacy Fest: celebrating 42 years of education and community spirit

A community fundraiser will be held, and it is aimed at enhancing the school's educational facilities

The Post Community News
Monishka Govender|Published

Education department ordered to pay principal over R722,000 in unpaid acting allowance

The Free State Department of Education has been ordered to pay over R722,000 to a principal who acted in the role for nearly three years without receiving due allowance.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Senior detectives, specialists deployed to probe arson at Riverlea High School in Gauteng

Police in Gauteng have launched an urgent investigation into the arson attack that devastated Riverlea High School, destroying 11 classrooms and affecting 230 learners.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Grade 11 learner in critical condition after stabbing in Mitchell's Plain

A grade 11 learner from Cedar High School is in critical condition following a stabbing incident allegedly involving two former students. Community leaders are calling for increased safety measures in Mitchell's Plain.

Cape Argus News
Marsha Dean|Published

Legal action against Western Cape Education Department for failing late applicants

Equal Education and Equal Education Law Centre are set to challenge the Western Cape Education Department in court, demanding urgent reforms to admission systems that leave late applicants without school placements, impacting vulnerable communities.

Cape Times News
Manyane Manyane|Published

KZN DoE clears teachers of religious intolerance allegations

A parent told the POST they were in disbelief at the report, which basically called their children liars.

The Post
Monishka Govender|Published

Legal action against Western Cape Education Department for failing late applicants

Equal Education and Equal Education Law Centre are set to challenge the Western Cape Education Department in court, demanding urgent reforms to admission systems that leave late applicants without school placements, impacting vulnerable communities.

News South Africa
Manyane Manyane|Published

Parents demand action as investigation into teacher's alleged misconduct unfolds at Pitlochry Primary School

Sydenham police have also confirmed they are investigating a case of child grooming following reports that a man was allegedly sending explicit messages to a 12-year-old girl.

Cape Times News
Zainul Dawood|Published

Investigation launched into KZN teacher's alleged sexual misconduct at Pitlochry Primary School

An investigation is underway by the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education into allegations of sexual misconduct involving a teacher at Pitlochry Primary School, prompting protests from parents and calls for immediate action.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

Addressing religious intolerance and violence in South African schools

Religious intolerance often comes from a dark and dangerous place, says Professor Suriamurthee Maistry

The Post Opinion
PROFESSOR SURIAMURTHEE MAISTRY|Published

North West MEC promises justice for deceased Grade 3 learner Ogone Sedupelele

Viola Motsumi, the North West Education MEC, has assured the family of Ogone Sedupelele that an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the Grade 3 learner's tragic death at GJ Podile Primary School is underway.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Religious intolerance claims at Durban North school: teachers boycott assembly

Concerns have been raised over Christian-dominant religious practices

The Post News
Nadia Khan|Published

South African pupils granted 'special' holiday week in 2025 school calendar this April/May

The Department of Basic Education has announced the 2025 school calendar, featuring an extra week of special holidays from 28 April to 2 May, creating a total of 27 school holidays.

Lifestyle Family Parenting
Sarene Kloren|Published

Free State teacher fired for failing to submit marks for 12 classes, loses appeal

The school principal testified that the teacher was on a final written warning but still failed to submit marks for 12 classes, and the school was unable to compile reports in respect of the affected learners.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Lekker neh! South African schools to enjoy a surprise week off in 2025

The Department of Basic Education has announced the 2025 school calendar, featuring an extra week of special holidays from 28 April to 2 May, creating a total of 27 school holidays.

Cape Argus News
Sarene Kloren|Published

Tragedy strikes Limpopo school as Grade 4 learner dies from swallowing pen lid

A Grade 4 learner at Moriting Primary School in Limpopo tragically passed away after swallowing a pen lid, prompting an outpouring of grief from the education community and raising urgent questions about school safety.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Surge in vaping among South African teens prompts urgent calls for regulation

With vaping rates among South African teens reaching alarming levels, experts are calling for the immediate enactment of the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill to combat a potential public health crisis.

Cape Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Published

Seatides Combined School's inspiring recovery from tornado damage with corporate support

"There was a lot of big talk from our side but unfortunately so far, we have done very little, if anything. . . " - Simon Siyabonga Lushozi, the superintendent education manager at the KZN DoE.

The Post
Monishka Govender|Updated

#JusticeforCwecwe | Police minister clarifies statements on Matatiele case

The South African Ministry of Police has issued a statement clarifying recent social media narratives surrounding the sensitive case involving a minor in Matatiele.

News South Africa
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Ekurhuleni family lives in fear after daughter school principal rape ordeal

A family in Ekurhuleni has been forced into hiding after their then 6-year-old daughter was allegedly raped by her illegal Zimbabwean principal, who runs and unregistered school in the East Rand.

News Crime and Courts
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu reveals no foreign DNA found in Cwecwe rape case

Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu updates the nation on the Cwecwe rape case, revealing that DNA tests show no foreign DNA on the victim, while the investigation continues to unfold amidst community outrage.

News Politics
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Education Minister prioritises safe school infrastructure over pit toilet deadlines

After years of her party criticising government delays in eradicating dangerous pit toilets in schools, Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube now emphasises that safety and quality infrastructure matter more than deadlines.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Court battle over Gauteng's R9bn school feeding scheme

mnothowethu Trading Enterprise has launched a legal challenge against the Gauteng Department of Education over its R9 billion school nutrition programme tender, claiming unfair disqualification. This dispute puts the meals of 1. 6 million learners at risk, while the DA alleges corruption in the tender process that was previously declared unlawful by the High Court.

The Star News
Loyiso Sidimba|Published