If you want to attend one of South Africa’s top universities in 2025 your family better have a healthy nest egg tucked away …

Matrics who were unable to secure a place in tertiary institutions they applied to have another chance through a government service.

An expert has weighed in on whether the current formula for school fees exemption is helping those who need it most.

A private Afrikaans-only university in South Africa has shown remarkable success over the last decade, and hopes to double again in 2025 …

With the new school year now in full swing, here is a comprehensive list of the most expensive schools in 2025 and by how much they increased.

Similar to South Africa’s matrics, girls have outshined boys in the 2024 ZIMSEC A-Level exams, marking a milestone for Zimbabwe education.

AfriForum and Solidarity have accused President Cyril Ramaphosa of acting irrationally over the implementation of the BELA Act.

Help ease your financial burden by finding out if you qualify for fees exemption for your child for the 2025 school year.

A viral TikTok video has revealed that SA is one of three countries with the longest school year. Here’s the list.

Hoërskool Randburg’s Class of 2024 has much to celebrate, with their top achiever earning 11 distinctions for matric.

The start of the 2025 school year has not been smooth for some parents as the first day saw many left frustrated.

With a recent price hike for 2025, here are the nine most expensive private schools in South Africa – all charging over R350 000 per year.

Rayyan Ebrahim, the country’s overall top-performing matriculant in the class of 2024, is from Pinelands High School in Western Cape.

Bayanda Walaza, who attended Curro Hazeldean in Pretoria, was part of the matric class of 2024 that achieved a record pass rate.

The matric class of 2024 achieved the highest number of Bachelor passes and distinctions in the history of South Africa.

Umalusi says over 400 cheating incidents were reported during the 2024 matric exams, mostly in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga.

There was an outcry on over the alleged leaking of the 2024 matric results. The Department of Basic Education has weighed in on the matter.

For five years in a row, Free State has been the top-performing province when it comes to the matric results.

BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane wants the pass mark to be increased. ‘30% is not a pass mark. 40% is not a pass mark.’

Radio host Gareth Cliff expressed frustration with the Department of Education’s approach to publishing matric results in newspapers.

Court clears path for publication of matric results despite privacy concerns. However, a critical legal debate continues.

As the festive season wraps up, parents across South Africa are gearing up for back-to-school preparations.

Ramaphosa’s full implementation of the BELA Act sparks mixed reactions: inclusivity vs. threats to school autonomy and linguistic diversity.

In November, the DA marched alongside AfriForum and other Afrikaans interest groups against the Bela Act and threatened to leave the GNU.

Despite much opposition Ramaphosa says the Bela Act is vital to the transformation of the education system in South Africa.

WITS and UFS are the latest tertiary institutions to pay back money due to investigations into NSFAS maladministration in 2024 …

Latest study into math and science in South Africa reveals the ‘cold, hard truth about our education inequalities’, says minister.

The first reported death of an exam marker was at a marking centre in Alberton, Gauteng, and the latest is in Northern Cape.

Here’s all you need to know and how to get help if you’re a parent or caregiver struggling to pay your child’s school fees or are owing.

Two teachers have gone viral and captured hearts across the country by showing genuine connections with their learners.

Matric results will not be published in newspapers as the Department of Basic Education is not compliant with POPIA.

Construction is currently underway on a new private university campus with full facilities in Cape Town’s northern suburbs.

In addition to unsafe pit toilets, the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal also have the highest number of schools with no running water.

The private printing of 2024 matric exam papers will set the Department of Basic Education back R3.6 billion. But how?

Nine candidates in the Western Cape have been caught with cellphones and crib notes into their matric exams venue.

The ANC study group on basic education says it is not true that Afrikaans is under threat as Afrikaners marched against the Bela Act.

The Department of Basic Educations has urged parents to be on high alert, monitor and verify the sources of the food their children consume.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished well over 800 000 candidates that will sit for the 2024 matric exams beginning on Monday.

A partnership between public and private sector is benefitting tens of thousands of South African school pupils. Here’s who’s behind it …

The KZN Department of Education has launched an investigation into a viral bullying incident at Thabela High School, outside Durban.

AfriForum says those serving in the GNU would be complicit in the BELA Act’s assault on the survival of Afrikaans communities.

The BELA Bill has sparked debate on language and admissions. Critics fear exclusion, while others laud it as inclusive. Can balance be found?

The BELA Bill has ignited a fierce debate in SA’s education sector. Read why opposition parties say it is a threat to fundamental rights.

The Gauteng Department of Education has piloted a programme that allows hearing learners to learn the South African Sign Language.

Those with ambitions to join the aviation sector should consider applying for these bursaries, to fund their studies.

The National Student Financial Aid System is in the headlines again, over NSFAS ghost accounts allegedly funnelling money …

Carte Blanche tells the story of one of the educational institutions, which has been deregistered.

According to the Western Cape Education Department, thousands of Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners are yet to apply for the 2025 school year.

The 2024 deregistration of City Varsity and Damelin has been slammed by the Higher Education Department. But what of student compensation?

The Department said a preliminary report revealed that the school was first alerted to the incident by one of the victims’ parents.

Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande’s proposed fee increase has been pooh-poohed by students, amid growing calls for his resignation.

If you’re a student looking for a last-minute enrolment, here are South Africa’s top universities in 2024 to aim at.

SA’s budget carrier FlySafair is raising awareness and encouraging girls to consider the aviation sector for potential careers.

Many of world’s countries share borders with several neighbouring states. See which ones share the most here.  

The 2023 matric exams are nearing their conclusion. This time of the year can bring stress as learners near the end of their school careers.

Applications for financial aid for 2024 are open. But what does the NSFAS bursary cover exactly? Find out here …

The 2023 matric exams are under way. This time of the year can bring excitement and stress as learners near the end of their school careers.

The 2023 matric exams are under way. This time of the year can bring excitement and stress as learners near the end of their school careers.

The 2023 matric exams are under way. This time of the year can bring excitement and stress as learners near the end of their school careers.

The University of South Africa (Unisa) is offering some of its course material online for free. Here’s more about what and where.

Matric exams have started! This time of the year can bring a mix of excitement and stress as learners near the end of their school careers.

Matric exams have started! This time of the year can bring a mix of excitement and stress as learners near the end of their school careers.

Matric exams have started! This time of the year can bring a mix of excitement and stress as learners near the end of their school careers.

Matric exams have started! This time of the year can bring a mix of excitement and stress as learners near the end of their school careers.

The 2023 matric exams are around the corner – just HOURS away now to be precise. How is the studying going? Let us know – and good luck!

The 2023 matric exams are around the corner – just HOURS away now to be precise. How is the studying going? Let us know – and good luck!

The 2023 matric exams are around the corner – just days away to be precise. How is the studying going? Let us know – and good luck!

The 2023 matric exams are around the corner – just days away to be precise. How is the studying going? Let us know – and good luck!

The 2023 matric exams are around the corner, bringing a mix of excitement and stress as learners near the end of their school journey.

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Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.

Expand your vocabulary with The South African’s word of the day. Each day The South African offers you an opportunity to learn new words.