Education

Table of Contents Here’s what many CFOs still overlook: A R10 000.00 donation to a Section 18A approved organisation such as Ladles of Love translates into a R2 800.00 tax saving at South Africa’s 28% corporate tax rate, while funding 1000 nutritious meals for children in need. But the return goes far beyond tax efficiency. Those 1000 meals are shown to improve concentration by up to 95%, reduce illness by up to 90%, and deliver measurable ESG outcomes that resonate with investors, boards, … [Read more...] about Ladles of Love: 22 Days to the Section 18A Deadline

Johannesburg: Artificial intelligence tools are increasingly embedded in everyday workplace activity. From drafting emails to summarising reports, AI is now influencing how information is produced and communicated across organisations.However, AI does not verify facts, apply judgment, or assume responsibility. College Africa Group (CAG) is seeing a growing shift among South African organisations toward re-asserting human accountability as AI adoption accelerates. “AI produces language, not … [Read more...] about AI Produces Language – Not Decisions: Why South African Leaders Are Re-asserting Human Accountability

Table of Contents Johannesburg: As artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot become increasingly common in offices, many South African organisations are discovering that AI adoption without clear governance can quickly create operational, reputational, and compliance risks. College Africa Group (CAG), a South African corporate training provider, has seen growing demand from HR, finance, and leadership teams for structured guidance on how AI should be used … [Read more...] about AI in the Workplace Training Helps South African Organisations Reduce Risk and Improve Productivity

TNG Records is putting the workshop on – See all details on the poster.Update: Excited to have Martin Myers from Music Exchange join us at the Music Development Workshop on February 28th! With years of experience in the industry, Martin will share invaluable insights on artist development and industry networking. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best!” The event poster from TNG Records. Photo: TNG RECORDS Video: Music Exchange comes to Beaufort West for Music Workshop in … [Read more...] about Music Exchange Comes to Beaufort West for Music Workshop in Feb

Table of Contents Kagiso Trust congratulates the class of 2025 following last week’s release of their matric results and highlights fast-track pathways to employment through technical and vocational studies As the class of 2025 reflects on their matric results and the class of 2026 settles into the new school year, Kagiso Trust has a powerful message for young people: there are 99 occupations in high demand that you can qualify for through technical and vocational education. Congratulating all … [Read more...] about 99 In-Demand Jobs Matrics Can Qualify for Within a Year

Table of Contents The announcement of South Africa’s most recent matric results, delivering a historic 88% pass rate, marks a moment worth pausing on. It is a milestone that speaks to system resilience, improved coordination and the sustained effort of teachers, learners, families and policymakers. For social investors, however, this moment is not only about celebration. It is also an opportunity to interrogate what sits beneath the headline figure, to understand where progress is real, where … [Read more...] about An 88% Pass Rate Is Real Progress. The Question Is Who Falls Out Before Matric

Cape Town, South Africa – 15 January 2026 – 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 six to twelve 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 engage with challenges, rather than as a formal STEM … [Read more...] about Space Ranger Fred Expands Story-Driven Learning Program

Cape Town, South Africa – 15 January 2026 – 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 six to twelve 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 engage with challenges, rather than as a formal STEM … [Read more...] about Space Ranger Fred Expands Story-Driven Learning Program

Table of Contents AI in the Workplace Training Helps South African Organisations Move from AI Hype to Governed, Practical Use Johannesburg, South Africa – Many South African organisations are already using tools such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot in day-to-day work. However, without clear governance, policies, and accountability, this informal AI adoption is increasingly exposing businesses to operational, reputational, and compliance risk. College Africa Group has launched its AI in the … [Read more...] about AI in the Workplace Training Helps South African Organisations Move From AI Hype to Governed, Practical Use

Table of Contents Probably the strongest message that I have received from the Coega Maths and Science Programme (MSP) is that failure is just another opportunity to do better next time! In a nutshell, the MSP – a no-fee CDC CSI Initiative run by Eldon September – accepts pupils who have done well in subjects other than Maths and Science and then gives these pupils a second chance to get a better Grade 12 result by repeating their School-Based Assessment (SBA) and sit for the National Senior … [Read more...] about It’s a Celebration for CDC Pupils

Table of Contents Johannesburg: South Africa’s education system continues to face significant challenges that demand urgent and innovative responses. Unequal access to technology skills across urban, peri-urban, and rural schools has widened the digital divide. Public tertiary education providers remain oversubscribed, leaving thousands of students without placement. At the same time, students entering tertiary education often bring varied skill sets, making it difficult for them to adapt to … [Read more...] about South Africa’s Education System Under Strain: How Do We Move Forward?

Table of Contents Stop Using Gemini for Everything: The 5 Google AI Tools You’re Missing Out On. I Turned a 50-Page PDF into a Podcast in 30 Seconds: Meet Google’s Secret AI Suite. The “No-Code” Revolution: How Google Opal is Turning Everyone into an App Developer. Beyond the Chatbot: Why NotebookLM and AI Studio are Google’s Real Power Moves. In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, Google has moved far beyond a single “chatbot.” Today, it offers a suite of specialized … [Read more...] about Your Definitive Guide to the Free Google AI Ecosystem

Table of Contents Streetwise campaign supports families and students navigating financial pressure at the start of 2026. More than 46,000 children did not attend school in 2024 because of the cost, according to Children Count. And with matric results and the start of school around the corner, it’s the time of year when the costs of education loom large in parents’ minds. But help is at hand for 200 South African families. This month, KFC is giving away R5 million in education … [Read more...] about KFC Backs Potential of 200 Young People With R5M in Education Fees

Table of Contents As matric results and the new school year loom, Kagiso Trust urges learners to look beyond degrees and consider skills-based pathways that lead directly to employment With the 2025 matric results due to be released on 13 January, and the class of 2026 returning to school the following day, hundreds of thousands of young people face crucial decisions about their future. But the automatic assumption that university is the only path to success needs urgent re-examination. The … [Read more...] about Why Technical and Vocational Skills Are South Africa’s Growth Engine

Johannesburg: Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT are increasingly used across South African workplaces — but many organisations are discovering a critical limitation: AI generates convincing language, not verified truth.Finance, HR, compliance, and operations teams are reporting growing concern over AI-generated content that sounds accurate but contains subtle errors, assumptions, or fabricated details. When unchecked, this creates risk in reporting, decision-making, and internal … [Read more...] about AI Produces Language — Not Truth: Why South African Companies Are Rethinking Blind AI Use