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OPINION | Schools hold the key to youth unemployment, UWC professor tells Parliament
Prof Rouaan Maarman told Parliament that youth unemployment begins in South Africa’s overcrowded classrooms, not the labour market, disadvantaging learners.
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Investigation underway after nine Koeberg High learners fall ill
An investigation is underway after nine Koeberg High learners allegedly consumed dagga muffins and required medical attention at the school.
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CPUT to resume academic activities after violent protests
CPUT will resume academic activities on Monday 14 September after a three-week closure caused by violent protests over fees and other concerns.
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R2.1 million raised so far for National Funky Socks Day 2026
National Funky Socks Day on 11 September has raised R2.1 million. Buy a R10 sticker to help reach the R2.5 million goal for youth charities.
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Meta settlement puts spotlight on South Africa’s child online safety gaps
Meta agreed to an $18 billion US settlement over child safety concerns, prompting global discussions on protecting young users online.
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Parents urged to monitor children after Maitland girl’s death
Maitland parents are urged to monitor children’s social media use after young girl died in an incident allegedly linked to a dangerous online challenge.
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Pandor, Hassim and Robinson among seven UWC honours with degrees
After receiving honorary doctorates from UWC, Dr Naledi Pandor, Advocate Adila Hassim and Mary Robinson discussed struggle, rights and education.
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Robben Island visitors return safely after ferry suffers mechanical failure
A mechanical failure on the Jester ferry left Robben Island visitors stranded at sea on Friday, delaying their return to Cape Town’s harbor.
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Retreat resident says open land should remain green zone, not school site
An 83-year-old Retreat resident who has lived in the area for 53 years is fighting to stop the City of Cape Town from building a low-fee school on open land.
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Higher education minister intervenes as CPUT remains shut after violent protests
CPUT remains shut after violent protests, with R1.5m in damage as Minister Buti Manamela deploys a team to resolve student grievances.
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