Maths crisis fuels SA’s STEM skills shortage 

South Africa faces a stark disconnect between the supply of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) graduates, and the pressing demand from industry.  According to recent reports, South Africa’s Mathematics pass rate rose from 63,5% in 2023 to 69,1% in 2024,...

CHIETA launches smart skills centre in Phuthaditjaba

In a partnership to expand access to digital education, the Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) has launched a Smart Skills Centre in Phuthaditjhaba, Free State, in collaboration with the Free State Department of Education. Located in one of...

ASUS Education gets hands-on with schools

ASUS South Africa hosted an education-focused event last week, where schools from across the country gathered to explore how technology can empower teachers and learners. The event featured a keynote address by Murray Legg, tech entrepreneur and former teacher, who...

Regenesys launches new Bachelor of Education

South Africa’s critical shortage of skilled secondary school teachers particularly in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) has prompted the Regenesys School of Education to launch its CHE-accredited Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further...

IIE implements learning management system

The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE), has designed a comprehensive education technology ecosystem with Brightspace from D2L. Brightspace is a learning management system (LMS) that integrates advanced digital tools, artificial intelligence (AI) and...

Acer Africa champions education innovation

Acer Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering educational innovation across the continent, actively supporting educators through its sponsorship of the Schoolscape Innovator of the Year Competition 2025. The company recently participated in the Schoolscape...