South African Official News

SWAKOPMUND — Indigenous communities in Namibia have united in their call for significant enhancements in educational resources and social services, emphasizing the need for better learning opportunities for all ages. According to Namibia Press Agency, the call for improvements was made during the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples…

OUAGADOUGOU — Young Africans in Ouagadougou on Youth Day advocated for a substantial overhaul of the educational system to better reflect African values and meet labor market demands. According to Burkina Information Agency, Moumouni Dialla, the gathering on Saturday centered around themes of integration, peace, security, and the pivotal role…

WINDHOEK—Student bodies across Namibia have voiced their approval for the newly introduced youth internship incentive scheme, which aims to better prepare graduates for the job market. The scheme was introduced as part of the Income Tax Amendment Bill by Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi, marking a pivotal development…

Katlehong, Gauteng — The Gauteng Department of Education has strongly condemned a violent incident at Matshidiso Primary School involving a well-known South African pastor and his security personnel. The altercation, which was captured on a widely circulated video, showed the pastor wielding weapons and threatening school staff, while his associates…

Katlehong, Gauteng — Police have detained four individuals, including a local pastor and his security team, after a violent confrontation at Matshidiso Primary School in Katlehong. The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, involved the use of replica firearms and a panga to intimidate staff and…

EHOMBA - Outjo Secondary School continued its streak of excellence by dominating the Kunene Regional Education Directorate's annual award ceremony, held at Ehomba Combined School, about 120 km from Opuwo. According to Namibia Press Agency, Outjo SS excelled in the 2023 academic year, clinching top honors for both the Namibia…

SHAKATI - Former students and teachers of Mwadhina Gwanembenge Combined School gathered for a reunion this Friday, successfully raising N.dollars 300,000 to refurbish the school's deteriorating facilities. According to Namibia Press Agency, the school has a storied history of excellence and has produced many professionals who contribute significantly both in…

WINDHOEK — The Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture (MoEAC) introduced the Integrated Physical Education and School Sports Policy (IPESS) in Windhoek on Friday, aiming to infuse life skills into the educational system through physical education and sports. According to Namibia Press Agency, Deputy Minister of MoEAC, the IPESS Policy…

ELOOLO, OKAKU CONSTITUENCY — Former school principal and Ohangwena Education Director Isak Hamatwi advised learners to focus on their education and avoid short-term temptations that could hinder their future success. Hamatwi delivered his message during an awards ceremony at Eloolo Combined School for the Onamutai Circuit, emphasizing the importance of…

KEETMANSHOOP - The ||Kharas Region Science Fair concluded on Friday with Oranjemund Private School and Suiderlig Secondary School taking top honors as the best primary and secondary schools, respectively. The event, which began on Wednesday, showcased 77 innovative projects by students aiming to advance local science initiatives. According to Namibia…