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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.
South African teachers seek opportunities abroad amid local job shortages
"I was forced to leave the country because I wanted a permanent job"
Teachers challenge Western Cape Education Department in court over job losses
Following the loss of over 2,400 teaching posts in the Western Cape, teachers are taking the Western Cape Education Department to court, seeking reinstatement and justice for alleged unfair dismissals.
Opinion | How the Western Cape Education budget supports the most vulnerable learners
Discover how the Western Cape's R33. 259 billion education budget aims to uplift vulnerable learners, ensuring they receive essential support like meals, transport, and special education resources.
Shocking rise in sexual harassment cases in South African schools
Recent statistics reveal a troubling increase in sexual harassment and abuse cases involving teachers in South African schools, highlighting the urgent need for effective safeguarding measures.
50% of SA teachers want to leave the profession, and it’s not the kids stressing them out
Discover the alarming findings of a national study revealing that 50% of South African teachers are considering leaving their profession due to overwhelming workloads and administrative burdens.
Principals pay for basics as department funding falters
"We fear for our lives" - service providers demand payment
Nearly 2,000 unregistered Early Childhood Development facilities in the Western Cape
With nearly 2,000 unregistered Early Childhood Development facilities operating in the Western Cape, community concerns are mounting as residents voice complaints about noise and safety. The Western Cape Education Department is working to address the issue through an online registration system.
UPDATE: Gqeberha teacher kidnapped outside school reunited with her family
A 45-year-old teacher who was kidnapped outside her school in Algoa Park in Gqeberha has been reunited with her family.
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.
Gqeberha teacher kidnapped | No ransom demands made
Armed gang abducts 45-year-old teacher outside Gqeberha school as Eastern Cape faces alarming rise in kidnappings.
Budget 2025 | National Treasury allocates R19. 1 billion to retain teachers amid job cuts
Amid budget cuts leading to job losses in education, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announces a R19. 1 billion allocation to retain teachers, addressing the challenges of high learner-teacher ratios and ensuring effective education in South Africa.
19 000 teaching posts at risk in KwaZulu-Natal due to budget constraints
Budget cuts could lead to the loss of thousands of teaching posts, jeopardising the future of education in the province
Miss Glynn Crowley | a teacher's mission to improve vision and education
Discover how Miss Glynn Crowley, a dedicated teacher at Rietenbosch Primary School, is changing the lives of underprivileged pupils by ensuring they receive the vision care they need to succeed in their education.
Teacher jobs cuts only affected those in poor schools: ANC in the Western Cape
The ANC said the job cuts were not a directive from the national government and said the unilateral effects schools in economically disadvantaged areas.
Woman teacher faces 10 years in prison for allegedly raping teen boy and getting pregnant
A teenager claims that he initiated the relationship with a teacher he impregnated, leading to her being charged with rape of a minor.
South African teacher 'homeless' in Thailand accused of scamming
Zohar Ndlazi, a South African teacher in Thailand, faces accusations of scamming. As she fights to clear her name, the truth behind her story unfolds
How teachers can identify AI-generated work and combat cheating
Educators can proactively combat AI-driven cheating by understanding the tools students use and implementing effective strategies to identify AI-generated work.
Hope for homeless South African teacher in Thailand as Good Samaritans help with food, shelter and possibly a job
Zohar Ndlazi, a homeless South African teacher in Thailand, receives life-changing support from fellow South Africans, including shelter, food, and job opportunities.
WCED’s contract teacher post cuts are inequitable, anti-redress, and thus illegal
Who will be held liable for the damages done to the affected teachers and learners by the Western Cape Education Department, questions the writer.
Chasing dreams abroad: South African teacher homeless and sleeping on the streets in Thailand
As Zohar Ndlazi's story unfolds, it serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities and risks faced by many South Africans seeking brighter horizons beyond their homeland.
'I was forced to not write my matric final exams to boost my school's pass rate because I failed the first two terms'
A matric learner from KwaZulu-Natal claims that she was told to not register for the final exams because she would fail and essentially bring shame onto the school.
Pretoria teacher goes viral after scoring 100% for 'Hello teacher, what's my name?' game
Known as "Miss Kay" to her learners, Van Greunen posted a video of a classroom game called “Hello Teacher, What’s My Name".
Teachers have remained the human connection through five industrial revolutions
The growing prominence of AI and machine learning prompts concern that teachers might be replaced by machines.
Dr. Iqbal Survé Honours Teachers at MAIL Awards Ceremony
Dr. Survé championed the transformative power of education, underscoring its role as the cornerstone of social justice and economic liberation.