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South Africa faces a crisis in its foundational schooling years. A 2023 report shows that 81% of Grade 4 learners...
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Inyathelo, the South African Institute for Advancement, says a strong non-profit sector, particularly in early childhood development (ECD), is critical...
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The latest insights from the Mr Price Foundation’s Roots and Shoots longitudinal study expose deep-rooted issues in the education system – issues...
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According to UNESCO, children in Africa who learn to read in a familiar language are 30% more likely to read...
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National Book Week is an initiative led by the South African Book Development Council (SABDC) in partnership with the Department...
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Literacy is a fundamental human right. Yet, according to the 2021 Progress in International Reading Literacy Study, a staggering 81%...
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The 2023 National Reading Barometer gives a grim prognosis for literacy and reading skills in South Africa, revealing that nearly...
