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Universities have taken steps such as deactivating their biometric systems to combat the spread of coronavirus.
HIGH SCHOOL

To the first-years from rural and township schools: Don’t despair

My colleagues and I were talking about our experiences as first-year students and how things can get particularly difficult if you come from a rural or township school. This…

  • Bongekile Macupe
4 min read
The problem with South Africa’s education system is that it is mired in the politics of language and class. (Madelene Cronje/ M&G)
EDUCATION

Illiteracy is part of a ticking time bomb

Unemployment, corruption, unfair distribution of wealth and the frustration at the cost of living are all powder kegs waiting to explode.

  • Zukiswa Wanner
4 min read
More than two-thirds of the world’s illiterate people are women. Working to change this can bring profound social and economic benefits. (Graphic: John McCann)
ILLITERACY

Literacy must start at infancy

Parents and early childhood educators are as vital as foundation phase teachers

  • Shelley Ocarroll 1
  • Rory Carroll in Caracas
6 min read
AB XUMA PRIMARY SCHOOL

Security guard to appear in court for sexually assaulting minors

A security guard at a school in Soweto will appear in court over alleged sexual assault on more than 50 pupils

  • Bongekile Macupe
1 min read
Learners queue for a meal. (Madelene Cronje)
HUNGER

Basic education department can’t afford breakfast

It is exploring the idea of asking more food manufacturers to provide poor learners with a morning meal.

  • Prega Govender
5 min read