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LEVELLING UP: Grade R Teachers Face Job Losses Without NQF Level 6 Qualifications

Today at 13:27 PM, via Daily Maverick

With Grade R now fully integrated into formal schooling, the Basic Education Department demands minimum NQF Level 6 qualifications for all educators. A sizeable backlog of unqualified teachers must upgrade or risk losing their posts, highlighting a critical phase in early education reform.

South Africa

Presidency confirms final Madlanga Commission report will be made public

Today at 12:26 PM, via SAnews

Presidency confirms final Madlanga Commission report will be made public

Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya has assured the public that the final report of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry will be made public.

This comes after revelations that the Commission’s interim report will be submitted to the President on Wednesday and will not be released publicly.

“The final...

Business

Storm brewing over Starlink access in South Africa

Today at 09:59 AM, via BusinessTech

The ANC and the portfolio committee on telecommunications are pushing back against a new directive that would allow Starlink and other services to enter South Africa.

Business

How digital transformation is reshaping higher education in South Africa

Today at 08:52 AM, via BusinessTech

Prof Ephrem Redda’s recent presentation at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is offering fresh insight into how digital transformation is changing the face of higher education in South Africa and what this shift means for achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), which calls for inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all.

Education

A Gift That Gets Children Reading

Today at 12:01 PM, via New York Times

Early access to high-quality books can transform lives, improve educational outcomes and help create the next generation of curious and informed citizens.

Science/Tech

ANC MP attacks Michael Jordaan about Starlink

Today at 13:01 PM, via MyBroadband

Former FNB CEO Michael Jordaan questioned why some South Africans were upset about the prospect of Starlink launching and providing free connectivity to schools in South Africa.

Science/Tech

Presidency backs Solly Malatsi in BEE reform fight

Today at 12:52 PM, via TechCentral

Presidency spokesman Vincent Magwenya has urged restraint on focusing on Starlink, saying multiple satellite providers are eyeing investment in South Africa.