13 January 2026 – the day the Class of 2025 receives their Matric results. A moment filled with anticipation, excitement, relief and for some, maybe a touch of anxiety. You’ve committed yourself to years of education, reached a new milestone in your life, and this is the&nbs... A message to the Class of 2025 as Matric results arrive
Hold onto your backpacks, Gauteng! Brand South Africa’s “Play Your Part” initiative is back, teaming up with Anele and The Club from 947 for the ultimate “947 School Invasion” – running from the 8th to the 12th of September. For 5 lucky schools, the team will be bringing positive vibes, fantastic prizes and a powerful […] Brand South Africa Teams With 947 to Inspire a Generation of Game-Changers
“I have walked that long road to freedom… I have taken a moment here to rest, to steal a view of the glorious vista that surrounds me, to look back on the distance I have come. But I can only rest for a moment, for with freedom comes responsibilities.”— Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela On July 18th, […] MANDELA DAY: SOUTH AFRICA STILL WALKS THE ROAD HE ENVISIONED
South Africa has achieved a significant milestone, being ranked as the second most literate country on the African continent, with an adult literacy rate of 95%, according to recent findings by Intelpoint Research. The rankings are measured by the percentage of individuals aged 15 and older who can read and write. Top Literacy Nations in […]... SOUTH AFRICA’S TESTAMENT TO DECADES OF EDUCATIONAL REFORM
Are you a South African student looking to pursue higher education in Germany? The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) Funda Germany scholarship offers a unique opportunity to achieve your academic goals. This initiative provides fully funded scholarships for South African students to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD ... UNLOCKING OPPORTUNITIES: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO THE DHET FUNDA GERMANY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME 2025/2026
Signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa on September 13, 2024, the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act 32 of 2024, commonly known as the BELA Act, is a piece of legislation that signifies a pivotal moment in South Africa’s educational landscape. Aiming to rectify longstanding disparities in the education sector through promoting inclusivi... UNDERSTANDING THE BASIC EDUCATION LAWS AMENDMENT ACT 32 OF 2024 IN SIMPLE TERMS
The release of matric results is an annual moment of both nostalgia and anticipation for South Africans. It brings back memories of early mornings at the garage, rushing to grab the paper and families huddled together, eagerly scanning the names. Shouts of joy echo through neighbourhoods as dreams are realised and new chapters begin for […] ... EXPERIENCE WORLD CLASS EDUCATION IN SOUTH AFRICA TODAY
By Kagiso Bonoko Brand South Africa’s strategic partnerships include the promotion of education in South Africa to fight poverty and inequality. For this reason, Brand South Africa, through its Play Your Part programme partnered with the College of Africa (CoA) to promote access to education among the disadvantaged youth. The College of Af... The College of Africa’s bursary scheme bears fruit
Celebrating an everlasting legacy through the 21st Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture. How do we define an everlasting legacy? Secondly, who is responsible for the upholding of ideologies that have created a positive shift in the world that we live in? Well, if the 21st Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture is anything to go by, it […] Celebrating an everlasting legacy through the 21st Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture
As history would have it, only a handful of leaders had the ability to have their ideals engraved in the hearts of people long after they’ve passed on. For us, Nelson Mandela was an embodiment of selfless leadership for people across the four cardinal points of the world. It is to this end that the […] Living out Madiba’s legacy in a month full of festivities
Mandela Day 2018 launch – a centenary celebration Yesterday 23rd April 2018, The Nelson Mandela Foundation launched Mandela Day at the Constitution Hill in honour of the legacy of Madiba and placing emphasis on the culture of volunteerism. The Foundation invited all to play a part in building a society inspired by the values of […] Mandela Day 2018 launch – a centenary celebration
South Africa has a strong reputation for tertiary academic excellence, which translates into high international interest for students looking to study in the country as well as a high standard of South African qualifications abroad. The country’s institutions boast qualities such as good governance, research productivity, academic capacity and inn... South Africa’s tertiary academic institutions continue to be ranked among the best in the world
South Africa continues to get global acknowledgement and admiration for having some of the finest minds that are sought after at the highest levels. Proof to the pudding are the three recent appointments of the country’s respected academics which include – Professors Thuli Madonsela, Tshilidzi Marwala and Zeblon Vilakazi– by top internationa... ‘Our higher learning institutions, academics, scientists and technologists are sought after worldwide’
A dedication to active citizenship is at the heart of South Africa’s character. The endeavours of responsible, revolutionary, and resourceful active citizens who take charge in times of need, remain instrumental in the prosperity of the country. The late Nelson Mandela embodied this outlook in many ways. The world draws inspiration from Mandela’s l... Nelson Mandela Foundation encourages the world to find sustainable solutions for a better future
The International Youth Foundation Country Director, Anusha Naicker, Commemorates Youth Day Youth Month is a time to recognise, acknowledge and celebrate young people who made their mark and took a stand for their rights. It is this generation of young people that taught me that courage is required to follow through even in the […] ... The Power of the Youth. The Power of the World
The month of July is quite special on the South African calendar. Not only is it a month that celebrates service leaders in society, but it also marks the birth month of a global icon and leader, the late Nelson Mandela who would have turned 103 years old. To honour his legacy, Brand South Africa […] THE SPIRIT OF NELSON MANDELA IS CRITICAL FOR THE RECOVERY OF SOUTH AFRICA
While the city of Cape Town makes progress to rebuild damage to property and many UCT students returning back to the university following displacement caused by wildfires. The city received some positive news on job creation and investment from Amazon, a week after facing a disaster. It seems that the second most populous city in […] SOUTH AFRICA’S ROAD TO RECOVERY GETS A BOOST AS AMAZON INVESTS IN CAPE TOWN
The human race has battled many a war – both seen and unseen, and as we become more au fait with our history, it is evident that all major crises have been fought with unwavering dedication and collaboration. With this same vigour, the widely-publicised student-led protest movement, #FeesMustFall was forged in mid-October 2015 in South […] ... Creatives join forces to raise funds for F.A.M
For the first time more than 1178 learners at Zisukhanyo Secondary School in Philippi, Cape Town have a well-stocked and fully functional library. At the much-anticipated launch, Brand South Africa and the Bookery will hand over the library to the school on Friday 23 April 2021 in celebration of World Book Day. The Bookery is […] THE BOOKERY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BRAND SOUTH AFRICA TO OPEN A NEW LIBRARY AT ZISUKHANYO SECONDARY SCHOOL IN CELEBRATION OF WORLD BOOK DAY, APRIL 23,2021
Brand South Africa’s strategic partnerships with business stakeholders are critical to the promotion of education in South Africa as they contribute to efforts that fight poverty and inequality. For this reason, Brand South Africa’s through its Play Your Part programme, recently collaborated with Optimi to handover educational resources in the Nort... SUPPORTING LEARNERS EVERY STEP OF THEIR EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY
Brand South Partners With Netflix to Celebrate and Showcase South Africa’s value proposition & its Vibrant Cultures Ahead of G20 Summit
