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The School compass

A podcast series about key South African education matters

FEDSAS has officially launched The School Compass - a new video series focusing on conversations that shape education and school governance.

Click here for the playlist.

FEDSAS is introducing an innovative, all-in-one staff development solution for schools.

Manage the SACE CPTD compliance of your entire staff complement through a single platform, with an easy-to-use dashboard providing a clear overview of every staff member’s progress.

For one affordable flat fee per school, your staff gain access to more than 50 courses designed to help them learn, grow and develop. Compliance is only the starting point. The real value lies in data-driven staff management and meaningful professional development. FEDSAS CPTD

Latest TECHtalk e-Magazine

What do Kreepy Krauly, Pratley Putty and your school’s technology have in common?

South Africa has a history of world-class innovation, but local is lekker should never mean local at all costs. We explore why local EdTech can add real value when it solves real problems and can compete on a world-class level.

Click here to read the e-Magazine

Latest RandMatters e-Magazine

What does a kiss have to do with your school’s financial reporting? More than you think…!

In this issue, we look at how financial reporting can go beyond compliance—and how the right numbers can help governing bodies spot risks early and make better decisions.

Click here to read the e-Magazine

Future-Fit Leadership Programme

If you're a Principal, Deputy Principal or Departmental Head dreaming of leading your own school or taking it to the next level... This is your launchpad!

An exclusive 8-month SACE Registered Leadership program for high-potential school leaders to build future-fit skills, confidence, and a leadership network — guided by an industrial psychologist.

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Latest Documents

COURT JUDGMENTS

Hendrik Louw PS v HG (2026) (High Court) (intidimation...

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COURT JUDGMENTS

Equal Education v MEC Education, WC and Others...

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COMMENTS ON POLICY DOCUMENTS

FEDSAS’ Comments on the Regulations on the...

COMMENTS ON POLICY DOCUMENTS

Draft Regulations on the National Education...

COMMENTS ON POLICY DOCUMENTS

FEDSAS Comments on Teacher Development Institutes...

COMMENTS ON POLICY DOCUMENTS

FEDSAS Comments School Governing Body (SGB)...

COMMENTS ON POLICY DOCUMENTS

FEDSAS Comments on Prohibition of Unauthorised...

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Latest Events

Limpopo: Finishing Strong (Afrikaans)

2026/10/13 15:30:00

School Governing Body Members are invited to join us for an...

Limpopo | 500 Seats

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Limpopo: Finishing Strong

2026/10/13 17:00:00

School Governing Body Members are invited to join us for an...

Limpopo | 500 Seats

1 Hour View More

KZN Online: Finishing Strong

2026/10/14 18:00:00

School Governing Body Members are invited to join us for an...

KwaZulu-Natal | 500 Seats

1 Hour View More

Mpumalanga workshop for School Marketers

2026/10/15 09:00:00

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Space is limited! School...

Mpumalanga | 100 Seats

3,5 Hours View More

KZN Online: Finishing Strong (Afrikaans)

2026/10/15 18:00:00

School Governing Body Members are invited to join us for an...

KwaZulu-Natal | 500 Seats

1 Hour View More

Limpopo workshop for School Marketers

2026/10/20 09:00:00

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Space is limited! School...

Limpopo | 100 Seats

3,5 Hours View More

Latest News

School calendar: When do schools open for Term 4?

27 Sep 2026

The spring break is under way, and parents are counting...

South African Read More

Literacy Month: Reading inequality remains...

27 Sep 2026

New data shows persistent adult-illiteracy hotspots in...

Cape Times Read More

FREE TO READ | Preparing for the jobs of tomorrow

27 Sep 2026

In this edition of Skills Development and Innovation, we...

Sowetanlive Read More

FREE TO READ | Preparing for the jobs of tomorrow

27 Sep 2026

In this edition of Skills Development and Innovation, we...

Timeslive Read More

ALUCIA MABUNDA | How technology is reshaping...

27 Sep 2026

The shift from traditional classrooms to flexible,...

Sowetanlive Read More

'If they can, they must': Why it's important to...

27 Sep 2026

Educational psychologist Dr Ken Resnick warns against...

Ewn Read More

Should alumni have a say on a pride flag at...

27 Sep 2026

The idea that the old boys should collectively have a say...

The Citizen Read More

We wear our heritage better than we teach it

27 Sep 2026

South Africa celebrates its diverse heritage each...

Sunday Tribune Read More

Belonging is the legacy universities must build

27 Sep 2026

I opened my first welcoming address in January this year,...

Sunday World Read More

WATCH: Learner stuns with unique tractor-pulled...

26 Sep 2026

South Africans were left impressed by a learner’s creative...

South African Read More

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Media

08 September 2026

Court gives North-West Education Department five days to adhere to Swartruggens court order following contempt of court application

18 August 2026

Steering through potholes and speed bumps: A roadmap for education governance

08 August 2026

FEDSAS: More legal steps could come over North-West Education Department’s contempt of Swartruggens court order

23 June 2026

This is what sets apart the greatest school governing bodies

27 May 2026

FEDSAS welcomes Basic Education Minister’s plan to help with provinces’ finances but calls for steps against incompetent officials

19 May 2026

Get rid of decision-makers, says FEDSAS after seven provincial education departments withhold money from public schools yet again

Newsletters

GP 02-2026 Feedback: GDE Workshop with Governing...

LP 07-2026 Key updates, planning and opportunities for...

LP 06-2026 Outcomes of the DBE Mediation Session on Circular 104...

10-2026 FEDSAS feedback: National Consultative Forum (NCF) -...

EC 04-2026 Eastern Cape School Funding (NNSSF): Court Order and...

KZN 04-2026 Key updates, planning and opportunities for...

09-2026 Four sets of draft regulations: Have your say

NW 04-2026 The voice of school communities

08-2026 This is the value of your FEDSAS membership in 2027

CfT 01-2026 Join FEDSAS at the Middle East's leading...

The School compass

FEDSAS is introducing an innovative, all-in-one staff development solution for schools.

Latest TECHtalk e-Magazine

Latest RandMatters e-Magazine

Future-Fit Leadership Programme

Latest Documents

Hendrik Louw PS v HG (2026) (High Court) (intidimation...

Equal Education v MEC Education, WC and Others...

FEDSAS’ Comments on the Regulations on the...

Draft Regulations on the National Education...

FEDSAS Comments on Teacher Development Institutes...

FEDSAS Comments School Governing Body (SGB)...

FEDSAS Comments on Prohibition of Unauthorised...

Latest Events

Limpopo: Finishing Strong (Afrikaans)

Limpopo: Finishing Strong

KZN Online: Finishing Strong

Mpumalanga workshop for School Marketers

KZN Online: Finishing Strong (Afrikaans)

Limpopo workshop for School Marketers

Latest News

School calendar: When do schools open for Term 4?

Literacy Month: Reading inequality remains...

FREE TO READ | Preparing for the jobs of tomorrow

FREE TO READ | Preparing for the jobs of tomorrow

ALUCIA MABUNDA | How technology is reshaping...

'If they can, they must': Why it's important to...

Should alumni have a say on a pride flag at...

We wear our heritage better than we teach it

Belonging is the legacy universities must build

WATCH: Learner stuns with unique tractor-pulled...

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