South Africa’s matric pass rate may be climbing, but another trend within the education system paints a far more complicated picture. While the country celebrates improved results, mathematics is quietly disappearing from many learners’ subject choices. In 2025, South Africa recorded a historic 88% matric pass rate. But when the numbers are broken down, a […]
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South Africa faces a crisis in its foundational schooling years. A 2023 report shows that 81% of Grade 4 learners cannot read for meaning in any language and, by Grade 6, almost 70% of learners still have not developed grade-level reading skills. The implications stretch far beyond reading and writing: Without this foundation, learners struggle
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Following the successful launch of Binance Junior in December 2025, Binance has introduced exciting new features aimed at making saving and learning about crypto even more engaging and accessible for families. Designed for kids and teens aged 6 to 17, Binance Junior already provides a secure, parent-controlled platform that encourages positive savings habits and financial
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The real deal of university has started to hit as lectures ramp up and assignments pile on. With no one chasing them to class, students will now suddenly be fully in charge of their own time, money, meals and headspace. “That buzz from O Week – the tours, the icebreakers, the promises of epic varsity
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The world into which your child will graduate is already taking shape – and it’s digital-first. As we begin a new year, parents have a powerful opportunity: to equip their children with the skills that will define future careers, confidence and adaptability. According to multiple industry and workforce reports, demand for digital and technology skills
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Space Ranger Fred, the children’s book series known for its humour-driven adventure stories, has announced an expanded vision aimed at helping children aged 6 to 12 to build confidence, curiosity and problem-solving skills through storytelling and real-world experience. The expansion positions Space Ranger Fred as a literacy-led learning platform that supports how children think and
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With all the start-of-the-year activities, ceremonies and celebrations now out of the way, the serious business of the Matric Class of 2026’s journey toward their final exams has now arrived. This year can feel overwhelming, not just for students but for parents too, who often feel as though they are writing matric alongside their children.
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Across the country, schools are rethinking how they build teamwork, leadership and digital readiness among learners. Esports, or competitive gaming, has evolved from a casual pastime into a credible part of education, offering learners a space to collaborate, problem-solve and express themselves in a digital world. From Cape Town to Pretoria, high schools are integrating
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Inspired Education Group has officially launched the 2026 Nsouli Scholars Programme: an international initiative that identifies and supports exceptional young talent across its global network of premium schools. Established by Inspired’s founder, chair and CEO, Nadim Nsouli, the programme offers full scholarships to students who demonstrate excellence in academics, leadership, the arts or sport. Since
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Technology is the quintessential modern dilemma: While we enthusiastically embrace the positive ways it has transformed our lives, both parents and educators share concerns about its influence on young people. We think nostalgically about our own childhoods, blissfully unencumbered by smartphones and social media, and wonder how we can protect young people from overwhelm. In
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