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Will re-elected ANC improve the lot of Emfuleni pupils?

by Alfonso Nqunjana | Dec 20, 2021 | Indepth2021

The ANC maintained its seats in the Emfuleni municipality during the November 2021 local government elections even though in the past, the party’s administration has hindered the efforts of young people to get an education.  

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Covid-19 skews what it means to be a student

by Matthew Nijland | Dec 20, 2021 | Indepth2021

The covid-19 pandemic has completely flipped the once-vibrant student culture of universities on its head, impacting students’ social lives and identities in various ways. (more…)

Recovery halted for SA’s early childhood development sector

by Keamogetswe Mosepele | Dec 20, 2021 | Indepth2021

Sluggish government relief efforts are a further blow to the hard-hit early childhood development sector.
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Children’s healthcare takes back seat during pandemic

by Natasha Joos | Dec 20, 2021 | Indepth2021

There has been a significant decline in children visiting hospitals and clinics during the covid-19 pandemic: Could children’s health be neglected in trying to manage the number of infections among adults? 

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Covid-19 accelerates digital uptake in public schools

by Semakaleng Motsoere | Dec 20, 2021 | Indepth2021

Although covid–19 led to disruption of the education sector in many countries, in South Africa it created an opportunity to address the digital divide at some public schools. 

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Students emerge as brand ambassadors: The new dream job?

by Jessica Bunyard | Dec 20, 2021 | Indepth2021

At a time when youth unemployment is at a record high in South Africa, brand ambassadorship has the ability to provide a new, expanding job niche for students.  

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If it’s not data it’s network: the costs of being an online student

by Dumisani Mnisi | Dec 20, 2021 | Indepth2021

The cost of data in South Africa and the quality of network coverage in remote areas proves why online learning is not for all students.  (more…)

Textbooks, toddlers, tantrums

by Karabo Mashaba | Dec 10, 2021 | Indepth2021

Systems of higher education appear to be designed for childless students who enter university with minimal responsibilities but for parents seeking a qualification, the obstacles are endless.  

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