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Government commits R10 billion to support ECD
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R10 billion has been allocated to support early childhood development programmes in South Africa.
This was revealed by Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube at the launch of the Thrive by Five Index 2024 in Sandton.
The 2024 Thrive by Five Index found that only 42% of over 5,000 assessed children were developmentally on track.
Gwarube emphasised that building a stronger, more stable education system starts with the foundations laid in early childhood:
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This was revealed by Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube at the launch of the Thrive by Five Index 2024 in Sandton.
The 2024 Thrive by Five Index found that only 42% of over 5,000 assessed children were developmentally on track.
Gwarube emphasised that building a stronger, more stable education system starts with the foundations laid in early childhood:
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Joburg to crack down on non-compliant spaza shops in townships
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The City of Johannesburg is cracking down on spaza shops that are non-compliant with existing regulations.
To address this, the City hosted an engagement session at Bramfisherville Multipurpose Centre, bringing together various departments, spaza shop owners, and residents interested in starting small businesses.
The session aimed to present draft bylaws, gather community input, and guide business owners on operating legally and sustainably.
The City's officials stressed that spaza shops are a government-supported program designed to create jobs and provide livelihoods for families.
To address this, the City hosted an engagement session at Bramfisherville Multipurpose Centre, bringing together various departments, spaza shop owners, and residents interested in starting small businesses.
The session aimed to present draft bylaws, gather community input, and guide business owners on operating legally and sustainably.
The City's officials stressed that spaza shops are a government-supported program designed to create jobs and provide livelihoods for families.
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Education Evolution Academy in Norwood's Robotics and STEM Boot Camp sparks innovation in young learners
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Education Evolution Academy in Norwood has hosted a robotics and STEM boot camp for learners across Gauteng.
The two-day workshop offered the learners a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge fields like 3D design, drone technology, AI, and animation.
The Education Evolution Academy, known for its personalized approach to learning with a maximum of 10 learners per grade, believes in nurturing confident, innovative, and curious thinkers.
The boot camp introduced them to skills that will be crucial in shaping their future.
The two-day workshop offered the learners a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge fields like 3D design, drone technology, AI, and animation.
The Education Evolution Academy, known for its personalized approach to learning with a maximum of 10 learners per grade, believes in nurturing confident, innovative, and curious thinkers.
The boot camp introduced them to skills that will be crucial in shaping their future.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.53 to the US Dollar, 23.71 to the British Pound, and 20.51 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,646.11 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.02 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 111,905.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.53 to the US Dollar, 23.71 to the British Pound, and 20.51 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,646.11 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.02 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 111,905.00.
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