The U.S. has consistently spent about $0.5 billion annually on education in Africa. However, President Donald Trump’s executive order to freeze funding to South Africa poses challenges for the sector. Education Analyst and CEO of IDEA, Dr Corrin
The oversubscribed demand for public universities reflects a far more profound systemic issue. Bridging this gap requires viewing private higher education institutions not just as alternatives but necessary partners in building a stronger educational ecosystem
Africa’s leading private education group, JSE-listed ADvTECH, has launched South Africa’s first dedicated Centre of Teaching and Learning Excellence, focused on driving excellence across all educational phases in the country. The centre will be the
With its youthful population, rich diversity, and rapidly growing tech ecosystems, South Africa and Africa are uniquely positioned to innovate and lead in AI-driven solutions with the right skills and access to digital technologies like
By Professor Heloise Sathorar, Executive Dean, Faculty of Education, Nelson Mandela UniversityThe release of the results of the Class of 2024 provides us with an opportune moment to celebrate the achievements of our learners while
As schools reopen in South Africa, learners tend to miss one critical aspect of their education which is the basics of financial literacy. This goes beyond knowing how to open a bank account; financial literacy
By Dr. Reno Morar, Director: Medical School, Faculty of Health Sciences, Nelson Mandela UniversityAs Director of the newly established Medical School in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Nelson Mandela University, I am honoured to
Legal education has traditionally been seen as the cornerstone of shaping society's future leaders, policymakers, and advocates of justice. As we stand on the brink of a new era in South Africa, the call for
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making waves across various sectors, and education is no exception. In South Africa, AI is starting to reshape the way students learn and teachers teach, offering innovative solutions to long-standing challenges.The
As South Africa approaches the 30th anniversary of its first democratic election, we have another education crisis. Nearly 50% (44,3%) of our youth are unemployed, the majority of whom are not in education or training,
