Department of Basic Education
Department of Basic Education
Department of Basic Education
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Lusikisiki school principal arrested on rape charge involving learner
Principal from one of the schools in Lusikisiki has been arrested on allegations linking him to the rape of a Grade 12 learner at the school.
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WCED warns job seekers about fake teaching job ads circulating online
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has warned job seekers to be on the lookout for fraudulent online job ads.
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Free State kicks off Gr.12 national exams with over 48 000 candidates
Free State kicks off Grade 12 national exams with 3 000 learners writing the Computer Applications Technology subject, paving the way for the full stream
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Education department declares all systems go for 2026 matric exams
The Department of Basic Education has declared itself ready for the 2026 National Senior Certificate examinations, with nearly one million candidates registered to write.
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South Africa’s school sanitation progress faces scrutiny
DBE announces completion of sanitation projects at 3,372 schools, but concerns remain over pit toilets and ongoing school infrastructure challenges.
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New history curriculum shifts focus to African perspective in SA schools
South Africa’s proposed history curriculum shifts towards African perspectives, critical thinking and enquiry-based learning across all grades.
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Government proposal to reshape school history curriculum sparks debate over colonial-era content
A government proposal to overhaul South Africa’s school history curriculum has triggered fierce debate over which historical events should be taught, with critics warning that key colonial-period topics may be…
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Government warns students against bogus colleges
Government warns against unregistered colleges exploiting students. Students urged to verify college registration status before enrolling to avoid worthless qualifications.
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Government reminds matrics that second chance exams are free
The DBE confirms Second Chance Programme services are free for unsuccessful matric candidates. Register to rewrite NSC exams without payment.
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‘No school may withhold reports due to fee arrears’ – parents urged to report violations
Find out what the law says: no school may withhold academic reports due to fee arrears, upholding the rights of every learner.
