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Education expert on BELA Act: “There seems to be little room to contest the act in court”

By Kouthar Sambo The Basic Education Laws Amendment Act 32 of 2024 (BELA Act) has faced strong opposition, yet no legal challenges have materialized. Education expert Dr. Solomon Chibaya suggests this may be due to the act's solid constitutional foundation and built-in dispute-resolution mechanisms, which could have preempted litigation. Speaking on VOC, Chibaya noted a "broader acceptance" of the act, which he believes may be linked to the lack of […]

today20 March 2025

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Debunking rumors concerning the BELA Act

By Vusuthando Percyvil Dube The Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act was introduced to standardize school administration in South Africa and eliminate educational disparities. This Act focuses on various aspects, including homeschooling regulations and admission and language policies. However, it has ignited significant controversy, leading to misinformation spreading primarily through social media. The organisation SECTION 27 has taken steps to clarify prevalent myths surrounding the BELA Act. Speaking on VOC […]

today23 September 2024

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WCED backs Ramaphosa’s decision to halt two clauses in BELA Act

By Ragheema Mclean The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has voiced its support for President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to delay the implementation of two contentious clauses in the newly enacted Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act. Signed into law on Friday, the BELA Act introduces significant changes to the South African education system, including compulsory Grade R, stricter homeschooling regulations, and reinforced language policy fairness. The delay applies to clauses […]

today16 September 2024

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