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Limpopo learners wired for achievement in maths and science
Two Limpopo schools joined a virtual network of high-quality mathematics and science teaching when they were added to the highly acclaimed Ligbron e-learning system today – thanks to the generosity of Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA). Pupils at Gerson Ntjie…
Cisco DevNet reaches 500 000 registered members
DevNet announced that it has reached 500 000 registered members at Cisco Live, currently underway in Orlando, Florida. Created in 2014, DevNet is Cisco’s developer program that helps developers and IT professionals who want to write applications and develop integrations…
WeThinkCode_ trains young developers at no cost
From before the invention of the QWERTY keyboard in 1868 and up to the ongoing advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) today, individuals have explored and redefined the boundaries of what was previously deemed possible – and it is safe to…
Acer to support schools in implementing new teaching and learning environments
Acer has announced the introduction of an “innovative school program” to select and support schools that have embraced Acer technology to try out and implement new teaching and learning environments. The Acer Innovative School program allows teachers to be part…
African Development Bank launches coding for employment program
The African Development Bank, together with partners – The Rockefeller Foundation, Microsoft and Facebook – launched the Coding for Employment Program at the African Innovation Summit in Kigali, Rwanda. By training youth in demand-driven Information and Communications Technology (ICT) curriculum…
Founder and CEO of Future Nation Schools, Sizwe Nxasana to deliver a keynote at Education Innovation Summit 2018
Sizwe Nxasana, the Founder and CEO of Future Nation Schools and Chairman of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will deliver a keynote on “The Future of Education” at the upcoming 3rd edition of the Education Innovation Summit set…
Enhancing science and IT learning in rural South Africa
Mochudi Secondary School in Rural North West, South Africa has become the beneficiary of a mobile science and IT Lab which is designed to help teachers and pupils. Many of the rural schools in South Africa need resources that reflect…
Accenture commits $200 million to education
Accenture has announced its commitment to more than US$200 million over the next three years to help equip disadvantaged people with job skills for the digital age. “As a technology leader, we have an obligation to apply new scalable technology…
Online mentoring consultancy helping African students get a dream college offer
Crimson Education an online mentoring consultancy that helps build high school students’ candidacy to apply for overseas universities has opened offices in South Africa. Crimson was started by two high-scholars Jamie Beaton and South Africa-born Sharndre Kushor in 2013 is currently…
Fundi announced as Gold sponsor of Education Innovation Summit 2018
Fundi has been announced as a Gold sponsor of The Education Innovation Summit taking place in Johannesburg on 31 May 2018. Under the theme “Transforming Education With Technology” the event will feature education policy development representatives, school principals, Academics, University…
Reimagining the Role of Technology in Higher Education
Integrating technology into the classroom creates solutions and problems in equal measure, but in this digitally driven age it has become essential to the learning process of especially higher education students. The availability of mass open online courses (Moocs) grants both…
Crowdfunding Models for Higher Education in Africa
The cost of higher education tends to rise at rates considerably high. This resulted in a spate of university protests that saw students demand free education in South Africa. Students argue that, with a large number of students entering universities,…
Tracker launches Maths and Science learning curriculum app
Tracker, in partnership with MathU Teaching Emporium, announced the launch of a maths and science learning curriculum app at the Magaliesburg State School. The MathU Teaching Emporium app is aimed at improving the maths and science literacy level and uptake…
4 reasons why you can’t afford to ignore Blockchain
It’s a pretty safe bet that you’ve already heard of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency and the enigma that is Bitcoin – they’re arguably some of the biggest buzzwords to come out of the digital era. However, for something that’s got a…
South Africa: Green Smart Centre turns sun energy into education solutions
Education is key to economic growth and a country’s economic performance is directly linked to the skills of its workforce and the quality of its education system. Skills shortages and challenges in delivering quality education in rural areas in South…
MiX Telematics sponsors iPad lab at Phelang School
MiX Telematics, a leading global provider of fleet and mobile asset management solutions, today announced the launch of an iPad Lab, in partnership with the Phelang School in Kwa-Thema Springs and ISchoolAfrica – donating some much-needed technology equipment and training…
