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Employers rate UP graduates best in SA as university rises in world rankings. File photo.

University of Pretoria graduates rated most employable in South Africa

The University of Pretoria has been ranked the top university in South Africa for employer reputation, with employers rating its graduates as the most employable in the country.

The University of Venda has warned prospective students and parents against a fake 2027 application link circulating on social media. File photo.

University of Venda warns students about fake 2027 application link

The university said the link falsely claims to be the institution’s official 2027 application portal

One of the minister’s biggest concerns remains pit toilets, especially in rural provinces such as the Eastern Cape.

Infrastructure crumbles as provinces misspend on schools

Education minister Gwarube has told all nine MECs every grant must be spent properly

The University of Pretoria's intake of first-year students.

University of Pretoria opens doors to nearly 10,000 first-years

Thousands of first-year students and their families filled the University of Pretoria’s Hillcrest campus on Saturday as the institution officially welcomed at least 9,700 undergraduates for the start of the 2026 academic year.

The NSFAS celebrates the R1.7bn recovered by the Special Investigating Unit as a major move towards good governance.

NSFAS welcomes R1.7bn recovered by SIU as boost for students

Recouped funds to be redirected to public universities and TVET colleges for academic support.

Siviwe Gwarube, Minister of basic education

Access to ECD remains a headache, says Gwarube at education lekgotla

Basic education minister Siviwe Gwarube says South Africa is at a critical point — eight out of 10 grade 4 pupils can’t read for meaning.

Daniel Pienaar High School pupils, from left, Sibabalwe Masimini, Likhona Sixaba and Ntlahla Sapepa, all 19, are happy with their results

Technical schools face unique challenges, says Daniel Pienaar principal

Despite a challenging academic year, Daniel Pienaar Technical School’s 2025 matriculants achieved a 78.3% pass rate. The results come after several years of a steady decline, from 94.4% in 2023 to 84% in 2024.

The IEB announced a 98.31% overall pass rate for the 2025 National Senior Certificate examinations. Stock photo.
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IEB achieves 98.31% pass rate in 2025 matric exams

The Independent Examination Board has announced a 98.31% overall pass rate for the 2025 National Senior Certificate examinations.

Basic education minister Siviwe Gwarube. File photo.
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WATCH | Basic education department hosts breakfast in celebration of the class of 2025

The basic education ministry is on Monday hosting a breakfast to celebrate the class of 2025.

For learners who are feeling anxious or overwhelmed, waiting can often feel worse than the results themselves.
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LISTEN | Matric results don’t define learners’ future, experts say

As the grade 12 class of 2025 awaits its much-anticipated matric results, experts are urging pupils to remember that these marks do not define their worth or determine the entirety of their future.

Umalusi CEO Mafu Rakometsi. File photo

Umalusi to stop issuing new N3 certificates from 2026

Umalusi has confirmed it will stop issuing new N3 certificates, with 2025 marking the final year of certification under the programme.

STAR PERFORMANCE: Archie Velile Secondary School pupil Limyoli Nalo stunned audiences last week with a spoken-word performance at the inaugural Provincial Schools Arts Championships at the Guild Theatre in East
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Young creatives get chance to shine

A spoken-word performance on gender-based violence by Limyoli Nalo electrified the audience at the inaugural Provincial Schools Arts Championships, held at the East London Guild Theatre.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: Top achievers from Hudson Park Primary who excelled in national maths and English contests.
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Hudson Park Primary celebrates being tops in maths and English

Hudson Park Primary is celebrating two major academic achievements after its pupils excelled in national maths and English competitions, earning the school recognition as a top performer in the Eastern Cape.

Stirling Primary School computer science and information and communications technology (ICT) teacher Wesley Renton has returned from China with fresh ideas on using AI tools to strengthen classroom practice.
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Stirling teacher brings AI insights from China to classroom

Stirling Primary School computer science and information and communications technology (ICT) teacher Wesley Renton has returned from China with fresh ideas on using AI tools to strengthen classroom practice.

Ngolo primary school pupils celebrating heritage day.
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Ngolo Primary pupils learn about different traditions and cultures on Heritage Day

Ngolo Primary School marked Heritage Day with a vibrant programme of traditional dress, food and performances that highlighted South Africa’s diverse cultures.

Umtata High pupil Aminathi Phandle, 14, has published a book which she hopes will inspire young people to speak out against violence and abuse.
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Umtata High teenager achieving a dream to inspire others

At just 14 years old, Aminathi Phandle has achieved what many only dream of — publishing a book and winning a national beauty title.

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Trio of Eastern Cape educators set for China training programme

Stirling Primary School teacher Wesley Renton is one of three South Africans selected to represent the country in a bilateral teacher training programme in China, starting on October 13. Renton, who came second in the excellence in…

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Inanda Seminary alumni team up to restore historic girls’ school

United by pride in their alma mater, Inanda Seminary alumni from across SA have joined forces to restore their historic girls’ school. Determined to preserve its legacy, they are launching an endowment fund to repair crumbling buildings,…

15 pupils from Queen's College primary school made it into the Guinness world record books as they were part of the record-breaking largest marimba ensemble in Cape Town on August 2.
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Queen’s College primary pupils part of world record-breaking marimba ensemble

Fifteen pupils from Queen’s College primary school have made it into the Guinness World Records after performing in the largest marimba ensemble ever assembled.

Nyandeni local municipality mayor Viwe Ndamase with two time provincial mathematics quiz winner Lwange Olothando Gqamane from Njiveni Junior Secondary in Ngqeleni.
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Pupil from rural school inspires with second Provincial Maths Quiz win

At just 13, Ngqeleni-born Lwange Olothando Gqamane is a mistress at crunching numbers.