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Identical twins Caitlyn and Cailyn Daniels celebrate graduation together

"Identical twins Caitlyn and Cailyn Daniels, inseparable since birth, are set to graduate together with their Bachelor of Education degrees from Rosebank College, celebrating their unique bond and shared journey in education.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Exploring the impact of fee-free education on student protests

Durban University of Technology Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Thandwa Mthembu, discusses the ramifications of the fee-free education policy and its impact on student protests, highlighting the challenges faced by universities in maintaining educational quality.

News Education Universities
Thobeka Ngema|Published

From tornado to triumph: Seatides Combined School’s heartwarming comeback

After a tornado devastated Seatides Combined School in oThongathi, the community, led by Gift of the Givers, has come together to restore the school, with part of it now ready for pupils.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

From silence to strength: Kelly Manus secures teaching position after speaking out

After enduring abuse and overcoming significant challenges, Kelly Manus has secured a permanent teaching position, inspiring others with her story of resilience and faith.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Building on Education: Western Cape Education Department on track with Rapid School Build Programme

As part of its Rapid School Building Programme, the WCED is set to complete three additional schools, addressing the urgent need for educational infrastructure in the Western Cape.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Community collaboration leads to new early childhood development centre

A much-needed early childhood development (ECD) facility has been opened on the West Coast with the creation of the Nuwerus Crèche Activity Centre.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Cape Town schools benefit from generous sports shoe donation

Eyes lit up and smiles spread across the children’s faces as they collected their new pairs of sports shoes, each offering a grateful thank you.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Cosatu calls for strike over Western Cape teacher post cuts

They announced plans for a stay away, and called on all workers to support the protest action set to take place on February 26.

Cape Argus News
Theolin Tembo|Published

Cosatu to strike, calls on workers to join stay away over cut to WCED cut to teaching posts

COSATU and various trade unions are mobilising against the Western Cape Government's decision to cut over 2,000 teacher posts, calling for a protest coinciding with the Premier's State of the Province Address

News South Africa
Theolin Tembo|Published

MyMachine South Africa: Empowering kids to dream and innovate

MyMachine South Africa is helping children in Cape Town develop creative confidence and the skills to innovate for a brighter future.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

On the road to learning: How the Travelling Classroom is changing education

In an inspiring move to improve education in South Africa’s rural areas, the “Travelling Classroom” is taking learning on the road.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Adventures of a picky eater

It’s a truth universally acknowledged that the world of picky eaters is one full of contradictions.

Weekend Argus
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

WATCH: Thrilling highlights from the 2025 MTBS Flashes and Athletics Competition

It was a thrilling day at DHL Stadium on February 8, as the highly anticipated 2025 MTBS Flashes and inter-school athletics competition unfolded.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Beware: job scams preying on unemployed teachers in KwaZulu-Natal

Unemployed teachers in KwaZulu-Natal are being warned about a fraudulent scheme that promises teaching jobs in exchange for money, as the Department of Education distances itself from the scam.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Xolile Sibisi: three-time winner of the Best Global Teacher Award

Discover how Xolile Sibisi, a dedicated teacher from KwaZulu-Natal, has made history by winning the Best Global Teacher Award for the third consecutive year, transforming lives through education.

News South Africa
Willem Phungula|Published

Facing the future: South Africa's education system at a crossroads

Professor Mbulu Madiba, Dean of the Faculty of Education at Stellenbosch University, has issued a stark warning regarding the future of education in South Africa, drawing attention to the UNESCO Global Teachers Report.

Weekend Argus
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

The devastating impact of bullying

A recent bullying incident involving a Grade 8 learner at Leiden High School in Delft has highlighted the grave nature of bullying in schools.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

From classrooms to stardom: how Rayyan Ebrahim became SA’s top learner

Meet Rayyan Ebrahim, a young South African who is nothing short of a trailblazer.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

City Fire visit schools to teach them about fire safety

The City’s Fire & Rescue Service engages in ongoing fire life and safety education at various facilities and events.

Weekend Argus
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Calls for emergency meeting over alleged teacher post exemptions at affluent schools

The controversy surrounding the Western Cape Education Department's (WCED) handling of teacher post cuts has sparked outrage across political and educational circles, with accusations of mismanagement, lack of transparency, and unfairness.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Courses of the 21st century shaping the future at South African universities

In an ever-changing global landscape, universities play a crucial role in shaping the future by offering programs that not only meet the demands of today’s job market but also equip students with the skills to navigate tomorrow’s challenges.

Weekend Argus
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

From bare feet to big dreams: The Kasi Angels Foundation's mission to bless 1 million learners with school shoes

For many Primary School learners in South Africa, the path to education begins with bare feet and big dreams.

Weekend Argus
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

How Crestway High School transformed from failure to success

Crestway High School, once known as the worst-performing school in the province with a dismal 35. 9% pass rate in 2023, stood as a symbol of what can go wrong in education.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Inspiring stories of matriculants from the Western Cape's Excellence Awards

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) Excellence Awards have once again brought together top candidates and outstanding schools, in a celebration of academic excellence. This prestigious event honours the hard work, perseverance, and remarkable achievements of the matric class of 2024, who have not only endured challenges but have excelled beyond expectations.

Weekend Argus
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Macassar Schools triumph in efforts to win back teachers amid overcrowding crisis

A community-led education forum in Macassar has successfully campaigned for the return of teachers after severe staff cuts left classrooms overcrowded and some grades without teachers.

Cape Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Published