It was not an easy decision to make, but the Department of Basic Education said on Friday, 4 December that the integrity and credibility of the matric papers were compromised. “When we presented our reports to Umalusi, they concluded that the integrity and credibility of the two questions papers have been irrevocably compromised,” said the department’s chief Read more about How can Online Examination address the leaked paper issue in South Africa[…]

With South Africa in lockdown for 21 days and extended for 2 extra weeks, Grade 12 parents are concerned about the final year of their children. During the final year of Grade 12 students, loads of work is facilitated and tutored after hours. The no – contact approach has left students on their own, with Read more about Unlock Free Digital Learning Platform for Grade 12 students![…]

South Africa’s education system was ranked 133rd out of 142 countries in the world by the World Economic Forum in 2018. What does that mean? South Africa has the most unequal school system in the world. Almost 20 years after the end of apartheid with South Africa, having and one of the highest budget spending Read more about 4IR High School Fintech Project 2019[…]

Good morning ladies and gentlemen It is an honour to address you on behalf of the Western Cape Education Department.  This morning is exciting and special; it is a celebration of achievement and so before I continue I want us to applaud the learners and teachers who will receive their certificates this morning.   Working in education Read more about 4IR Speech – Dr Glynis Schreuder – WCED Chief Education Specialist[…]

Press Release: Technology Certification brings hope to High School Learners On the 5thDecember 2019, a 4IR Skills for Education Graduation were held in Cape Town, the first ever in South Africa. The project focused on providing High School learners across the Cape Flats, during the FET period of Grade 11 and 12, providing them globally recognized Read more about 4IR Skills for Education Graduation 2019[…]