News Bulletin of 15 July 2025, 6pm

EduFeArn, in partnership with Airports Company South Africa, donated maths dictionaries to Tembisa West Secondary School, to support learners from grades 9 to 12.
The donation is part of a bigger effort to improve maths performance and understanding in the area.
The school’s matric pass rate rose sharply from 84.8% last year to 99.4% in 2024.
Learners say the support helped them improve their marks, and EduFeArn hopes to expand the programme to more schools in Thembisa.

KwaZulu-Natal’s netball team for learners with severe intellectual disabilities claimed a memorable victory over the Free State at the 2025 National Winter School Sports Championship.
Competing in an adapted sports division, the team’s win highlights the growing emphasis on inclusive education and opportunities for learners with special needs.
KZN education head Nkosinathi Ngcobo praised the players’ determination and spirit, calling their success a powerful example of how sport can transform lives.
The championship, held at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, showcased talent across rugby, soccer and inclusive sports from all nine provinces.
The event reinforced the vital role of school sport in supporting both physical development and social inclusion.

Kusini Water is helping thousands of South African schools gain safe, clean drinking water.
Founded by Murendeni Mafumo, Kusini uses a simple filtration system to turn unsafe water into healthy water for students.
Since 2016, they have installed systems at 260 sites, including 60 schools, boosting health, attendance, and nutrition.
Supported by partners like the Coca-Cola Foundation and Nedbank, Kusini is expanding to reach more communities in need.
Mafumo invites companies and volunteers to join the effort and help bring clean water to every school.