Education
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Cape Town distributes 2 306 reusable menstrual kits to learners
Cape Town’s Smart Flo programme has distributed 2 306 reusable menstrual kits to learners, helping address period poverty and promote menstrual dignity.
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Ardagh and WCED launch seven-year STEM programme for Western Cape schools
Ardagh Glass and the WCED have partnered on a seven-year STEM programme for schools in Bellville, Athlone and Strand, starting in 2027.
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Tygerberg learners, staff connected to the rest of the world
Three companies provided free high-speed fibre connectivity to Tygerberg Hospital School, enhancing education for young patients during long-term treatments.
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South African sailing charity seeks votes for global impact award
The Little Optimist Trust is a finalist for the World Sailing 11th Hour Racing Impact Award and is urging South Africans to vote before 2 November.
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WCED is set to modernise its administrative operations
The WCED is set to modernise school administration and eliminate tedious paperwork by modeling its digital strategy on successful Home Affairs reforms.
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R127m boost for technical schools to tackle youth unemployment
Six Western Cape technical schools receive R127m to revitalise programmes, giving 6 600 learners access to industry certifications and practical training.
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WCED to unveil Technical Schools Revitalisation Programme
The WCED will launch its Technical Schools Revitalisation Programme on 22 October at Bellville Technical High School to upgrade workshops and teacher training.
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Western Cape raises concern over late arrivals at matric exams
Western Cape Education Minister Jaco Londt urges matric candidates to arrive an hour early as the 2026 NSC examinations get underway.
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“Most things I worry about, never happen anyway.”
Learning how to navigate anxiety, uncertainty and crisis in 2026 with the priceless aid of family, faith, and friends.
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Glendale Secondary learners honoured at Mayor’s Civic Pride Awards
Five Glendale Secondary School learners received certificates of recognition at the Mayor’s Civic Pride Awards for their work as Peer Educators.
