@DBE_SA Teacher Development Colloqium @VVOBsouthafrica @DGMweli welcome focused on whether teachers have the support they need to help our children to be their best selves @SchoolNetSA@Omashani
[WATCH] The Director for Early Childhood Development, Ms Nozipho Mkhize, outlines the purpose of the joint engagement between the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education and the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA).
Calling on all Grade 4 teachers in the Western Cape 👋
Encourage your learners to enter the 2026 Story Stars Competition. Inspire young writers & stand a chance to win prizes worth R50 000.
Entries close 31 July 2026. More info: https://t.co/hb95XGKU1v
North West young scientists, this is your final opportunity to join Eskom Expo for Young Scientists.
The deadline to participate in the North West Province has been extended to 30 June 2026.
If you missed the District Expos held in May, you can still take part by registering for one of the upcoming online District Expos for Grade 6 to 12 learners.
Online District Expo dates:
• 21 June 2026
• 22 June 2026
• 23 June 2026
• 24 June 2026
Minimum requirements: A research plan and journal.
Register here: https://t.co/Y1ZElq0URx
Participation in a District Expo is compulsory for learners wishing to progress to the Regional Science Fairs.
#DiscoverEskomExpo #NorthWest #YoungScientists #STEM #DistrictExpos
Do you have a teacher who has made a long lasting difference in your life?
The minister of Basic Education, Ms Siviwe Gwarube is calling on learners from South Africa's primary schools to nominate a teacher who has gone above and beyond to support, inspire and uplift learners for the Minister's Special Award, #MyTeacher.
The teacher should demonstrate perseverance, resilience, care and commitment in supporting learners, especially those facing difficulties that may affect their education and academic progress.
Simply submit a short essay telling us why your teacher deserves to be honoured.
Participation takes place through social and digital media platforms.
Read the guidelines and terms and conditions here: https://t.co/eD8UrfeFQl
#MyTeacher #MinistersSpecialAward #NTA #GovZAUpdates
Honoured & humbled to be profiled in @ITweb’s 100 Influential Women in Tech 2026. This isn’t a solo achievement as it is a reflection of a team that shows up, builds, and contributes to a better world every single day. Proud of us @SchoolNetSA
#AfricaDay, 25 May – commemorates the OAU's (now @_AfricanUnion) founding in 1963, and celebrates African solidarity and unity in diversity. 2026 theme: “63 Years of Unity, Integration and Development” #AfricaDay2026#Agenda2063
𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 📚🍎
Today we celebrate the power of stories through our theme My Story, My Language, showing how storytelling can shape, inspire and uplift.
Parents can download resources at https://t.co/JjyBMe3bKd. #WorldReadAloudDay
Teachers are invited to attend the Eskom Expo Johannesburg Educator Conference at the Sci-Bono Discovery Centre! This conference is designed to support both new and returning schools participating in the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists.
Session 1: First-time participating schools and schools with less than two years’ experience in Expo
Time: 08:00 – 11:00
Session 2: Returning schools
Time: 11:30 – 13:30
Register here:
https://t.co/ZInzPL8FuQ
#DiscoverEskomExpo #EducatorConference #TeacherDevelopment #STEMEducation #ScienceEducation #SciBono #ExpoWorkshops
#DBENews | Today, as South Africa joins the global community in commemorating the International Day of Education under the theme “The power of youth in co-creating education”, the Department of Basic Education (DBE) reaffirms education as a fundamental human right, a public good, and a cornerstone for social justice, economic development and national cohesion.
Through the C-DELTA programme, SchoolNet South Africa (@SchoolNetSA), supported by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL), has equipped thousands of educators, students, and trainers with digital leadership skills to strengthen teaching and learning in the digital age.
With nearly 9,000 participants trained, strong gender inclusion, and nationally recognised accreditation, the initiative is expanding digital capacity and supporting more equitable, future-focused learning across the country.
📘 Read the full case study to learn about how the C-DELTA approach is transforming schools and skilling the next generation of digital leaders: https://t.co/K5bHbXBRCG
Ms Asiya Hendricks, Deputy Director for MST Curriculum Innovation and E-Learning at the DBE, delivered a presentation on Numeracy Implementation Insights and Curriculum Alignment.
She highlighted ongoing challenges faced by learners in developing numeracy skills, noting that many continue to struggle with basic mathematical concepts. Ms Hendricks also emphasised the crucial role of teacher support and continuous curriculum updates, stating that improving the quality of education relies on empowering teachers with the tools and guidance needed to strengthen learners’ understanding.
Following the presentations by Ms Hendrick, Ms Cheryl Weston and Mr Enoch Rabotapi from the DBE, led a discussion on Teacher Development, Professional Learning, and Support Structures.
Mr Rabotapi emphasised the importance of strengthening professional support systems to empower teachers and enhance classroom effectiveness. Ms Weston addressed the challenges of teacher retention, noting that many educators leave the profession for better opportunities, including positions abroad. She further highlighted the uneven distribution of teachers across schools, suggesting that educators from overcrowded institutions could be redeployed to schools in need of qualified and relevant teaching staff, a step towards promoting equity and balance within the education system.
#EducationZA #GovZAUpdates #PartnersInEducation
@SchoolNetSA
Combat the rising tide of fake news by equipping your learners with advanced critical thinking skills
Join our workshop, Critical Thinking in Online Spaces, by professional journalists.
Today, 06 Nov 4pm
Teams: https://t.co/naWTyX0Rwj