This session will unpack the key content of the draft regulations, highlight the practical and legal implications for schools, and provide guidance on what governing bodies and principals should take note of at this stage. We will also explain the public comment process, including how and by when submissions must be made. FEDSAS will share its initial position and proposed input on the draft regulations.

Free attendance for FEDSAS members!

Click here to register - 20 August at 16:00

Is your school stuck in survival mode?  This session will explore practical ways to inspire meaningful change and create an environment where both learners and staff can thrive. 

Free attendance for FEDSAS members!

Click here to register - 14 August at 16:00

Are you ready to make a real difference in your school community?  

Register for our online SGB training sessions and equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to lead with confidence.  Learn from experts, connect with peers, and make a lasting impact on your school!

Keep up to date with the latest news with regards to the BELA Act.

Make sure you are aware of how the changes affect your school.

Scan the QR code (left) or click on the button below to gain access to the information sheet.

This is a live document that will be updated regularly!

FEDSAS’s status as international role-player in the education sector increased further this week following the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the European Federation of Education Employers (EFEE). This umbrella organisation represents education employers from all levels in Europe, from preschool to tertiary.  

Read the complete media statement here.

FEDSAS and Juta have updated the popular pocket-sized series of legislation on school governance and management in February 2025.

This useful pocket guide contains all necessary legislation and regulations from the field of education - South African Schools Act, National Education Policy Act, Employment of Educators Act, and the Bill of Rights (Chapter 2 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa).

Click here to order your book.

Education is under the spotlight and FEDSAS is leading the conversation.  From fee increases and policy shifts to the hot-button issues of cellphone bans and the rise of AI in classrooms, this edition unpacks what’s shaping schools right now.  

We explore the challenges, the opportunities, and the big questions still to be answered. Don’t miss the insights - and tell us what you think. 

Schools are under mounting financial pressure - with budget cuts and unfunded needs like compulsory Grade R putting strain on the system. But there is a way forward. This issue unpacks the BUILD framework (Balance, Unlock, Infrastructure, Leadership, Data) to help schools adapt and thrive. See how Governing Bodies can act now to safeguard quality education.

FEDSAS launched this enormous research project as our point of view is that proper data is necessary to make good decisions.  The data helps to recognise trends, and it acts as signposts and indicators for decision-makers.  Data is crucial, especially for decisions about the sustainability of certain practices.

Click here for the report.