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Dep. Basic Education

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http://www.education.gov.za/
Last activity: 22.06.2026
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The South African national Department of Basic Education. Handling all education matters from Grades
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1.2M /mo.
Mentions
148

Overview

Location
South Africa, Gauteng, Pretoria
Employees
501-1000
Founded date
2009

Mentions in press and media 148

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Nov 3, 2025Basic Education condemns false social media claims targeting teachersThe Department of Basic Education (DBE) strongly denounces the false and misleading claims circulating in a TikTok video alleging that teachers are required to pay R350 for verification or to deposit money into unspecified accounts. These c...
Oct 20, 2025Western Cape Education on well wishes for Class of 2025 upon start of Matric examsThe Matric exams begin tomorrow, and the Western Cape Government wishes all candidates the very best for the exam period ahead. Western Cape Minister of Education, David Maynier, extended a special vote of thanks to Matric teachers who have...
May 22, 2025South Africa's Budget: A Dual Focus on Education and Revenue CollectionIn the intricate dance of fiscal policy, South Africa's 2025/2026 budget reveals two key players: education and revenue collection. Each is vital, yet they operate in distinct arenas. One aims to uplift the future through education, while t...
May 21, 2025Big boost for science, maths education in schoolsFinance minister Enoch Godongwana. Image: GCIS The department of basic education’s maths, science and technology grant has not only survived the axe, it has been allocated a 20% year-over-year boost in finance minister Enoch Godongwana’s un...
Nov 19, 2024Matric results for 2024 must be kept private: Info RegulatorThe Information Regulator has slapped the department of basic education with an enforcement notice prohibiting the publication of matric results on public forums including newspapers and school bulletin boards. In a statement on Tuesday, th...
Oct 15, 2024Embracing the Digital Classroom: South Africa's Journey with Social Media in EducationThe COVID-19 pandemic was a storm that shook the foundations of education worldwide. In South Africa, it forced a rapid shift towards online learning. Schools closed, and teachers scrambled to adapt. Social media became the lifeboat in turb...
Oct 14, 2024South Africa: Social Media As a Teaching Tool - South African Teachers Talk About the New RealityThe COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a shift towards the use of social media platforms in teaching. The South African Department of Basic Education, for one, instructed all schools to adopt online teaching and learning to save the 2020 school ...
Sep 7, 2024South Africa's Youth: Building Futures Through Entrepreneurship EducationIn South Africa, the youth face a daunting challenge. Unemployment rates soar, with about 60% of young people aged 16-24 unable to find work. This statistic is not just a number; it represents lost potential, unfulfilled dreams, and a gener...
Sep 7, 2024Iran's Rhetoric: A Tightrope Walk Between Defiance and DiplomacyIran stands at a crossroads. The nation’s leadership grapples with a delicate balance of power, rhetoric, and reality. On one side, there’s the thunderous call for resistance against Israel and the United States. On the other, a cautious ap...
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FAQ about Dep. Basic Education

When was Dep. Basic Education founded?

Dep. Basic Education was founded in 2009.

What has the press written about Dep. Basic Education?

Parsers VC has collected 148 articles mentioning Dep. Basic Education, among them “Basic Education condemns false social media claims targeting teachers” (Nov 3, 2025) and “Western Cape Education on well wishes for Class of 2025 upon start of Matric exams” (Oct 20, 2025).

Is Dep. Basic Education still active?

Yes, Dep. Basic Education is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Jun 22, 2026.