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Free WhatsApp tutor tackles the 9pm homework struggle for South African families
For many South African parents, the hardest part of the school day comes long after the final bell, at the kitchen table, at 9pm, in front of a maths problem nobody in the house can solve.
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Lower Crossroads High School promotes Xhosa through spelling competition
In an effort to promote and preserve the Xhosa language, Lower Crossroads High School in Lower Crossroads held a Xhosa Spelling Competition on Friday 14 August.
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Desperate appeal for support: Young rugby player’s dream trip to Italy
The Gcayiya family seeks local support to raise R58,990 for 12-year-old Emmanuel’s rugby tour to Italy in December, highlighting the father’s challenges and emotional struggles.
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Crossroads teen crowned South African Chess Open 2026 Ladies’ Champion
Imkhitha Joya, a 15-year-old chess master, unexpectedly won the South African Chess Open 2026, inspiring others with her achievement.
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Matriculant of the Year | Competition builds self-awareness, boosts confidence
“The interviews helped me express my thoughts clearly. They pushed me out of my comfort zone and made me realise that I have far more potential than I thought.”
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No story too small as Schools Zone celebrates every achievement
From rural fields to city pitches, every school story matters. NovaNews Schools Zone ensures no achievement goes unnoticed nationwide.
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NovaNews launches Schools Zone on Youth Day
NovaNews is launching the Schools Zone, a dynamic digital home for school news, sport, achievement, and community stories across South Africa.
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SA Open Chess Championship returns to Cape Town in 2026
South Africa’s premier open chess tournament is set to return to Cape Town from 27 June to 5 July, when the South African Open Chess Championship takes centre stage at […]
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Matriculant of the Year | Competition cultivates leadership and opportunities
This competition, presented by the University of the Free State (UFS) and Novus Media, helps matric learners develop the qualities they need to succeed.
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Matriculant of the Year | Novus Media’s involvement a vote of confidence in SA youth
“The competition improved my self-confidence. It taught me to trust my abilities and to be proud of my achievements, hard work, and personality.”
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