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Top SA schools selected for 2026 STEM competition
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Top performing schools from across South Africa have been selected for the Top 20 in the 2026 Solve for Tomorrow competition, a STEM initiative led by Samsung in partnership with the Department of Basic Education.
The programme challenges Grade 10 and 11 learners to design solutions to social and environmental problems using science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
More than 140 entries were received from public schools nationwide, with shortlisted teams now entering a mentored phase that includes workshops, prototype development and access to digital tools.
Organisers say the initiative builds problem-solving and innovation skills to prepare learners for careers in the digital economy.
The programme challenges Grade 10 and 11 learners to design solutions to social and environmental problems using science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
More than 140 entries were received from public schools nationwide, with shortlisted teams now entering a mentored phase that includes workshops, prototype development and access to digital tools.
Organisers say the initiative builds problem-solving and innovation skills to prepare learners for careers in the digital economy.
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Alexandra care training tackles youth unemployment
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A free home-based care training programme in Alexandra is addressing youth unemployment while expanding support for vulnerable communities.
Gift of Day, in partnership with Sibongile Home Based Care, has launched the second phase this month.
More than 70 young people have enrolled in the eight-week certified course, which trains participants in home care, nursing and community support.
Organisers plan to increase intake to over 100 and prepare graduates for work in clinics, hospitals and care organisations.
Gift of Day, in partnership with Sibongile Home Based Care, has launched the second phase this month.
More than 70 young people have enrolled in the eight-week certified course, which trains participants in home care, nursing and community support.
Organisers plan to increase intake to over 100 and prepare graduates for work in clinics, hospitals and care organisations.
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NRF launches 41 research chairs at SA universities
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The National Research Foundation has launched 41 new research chairs at universities across South Africa to strengthen teaching and innovation.
The programme targets historically disadvantaged institutions, universities of technology and emerging universities, including the University of Fort Hare, University of Venda and Durban University of Technology.
It provides long-term funding to build research capacity and attract leading academics.
The initiative forms part of a national effort to improve science and innovation in higher education.
The programme targets historically disadvantaged institutions, universities of technology and emerging universities, including the University of Fort Hare, University of Venda and Durban University of Technology.
It provides long-term funding to build research capacity and attract leading academics.
The initiative forms part of a national effort to improve science and innovation in higher education.
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