Ramaphosa signs BELA Act into law after three-month consultation period

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the full implementation of the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act, a landmark move aimed at advancing equitable access to quality education across South Africa. The announcement was made over the weekend, with the President directing Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube to oversee the rollout of the Act’s provisions. The BELA Act introduces critical reforms focusing on universal Grade R access, equitable language policies, and […]