Education Matters: The Unfinished Work of Decolonizing Education and What Education Would Look Like Afterwards

Aubrey Masango speaks to Prof. Linda Meyer, Managing Director of Rosebank International, to unpack what decolonial education could actually mean in practice today, not just a philosophical or historical correction, but a reimagining of curricula, skills development, and knowledge production to bett…

Education Matters: Understanding today’s event’s sociologically

Aubrey Masango speaks to Dr Siyabulela Fobosi, senior researcher at the University of Fort Hare, an internationally recognised experienced sociologist in public transport matters, to discuss what sociology is. They unpack the key concepts it offers, and how these ideas are not confined to lecture …

Current Affairs: NSFAS placed under administration again amid board resignations

Aubrey Masango speaks to Hendrick Makaneta, an education activist, to discuss NSFAS being placed under administration after its board collapsed.   You’re listening to The Aubrey Masango Show with Aubrey Masango, where real conversations meet expert insights – from politics, to life, personal fina…

Education Matters: Why South Africa is scraping certain TVET college programmes

Aubrey Masango speaks to Simon Zungu, deputy director Ggneral in the Department of Higher Education, and Professor Wayne Hugo of the UKZN School of Education, to discuss the discontinuation of certain programmes at TVET level. They unpack what is driving these revisions and what it could mean for …

Education Matters: Homeschooling explained – what parents need to know

Aubrey Masango speaks to Neeresh Badal, director of Latitude Home Education, and Iselle Linde, Eclectic homeschooling expert at Livi Education, to unpack the ins and outs of home education in South Africa.  They discuss why parents are choosing this alternative to traditional schooling, and what i…

Education Matters: Why maths isn't just for the 'clever kids'

Aubrey Masango speaks to Thomas Hagsphil, high school teacher and chairperson of the South African Mathematics Olympiad's Problem Committee, to discuss the growing focus on mathematics in education. They unpack how to make mathematics more accessible and appealing to young people, and how to overc…

Education Matters: The rising value of artisan and trade skills

Aubrey Masango joined by Stephen Hickmore, the co-owner and director of the Swiss Hotel School, to discuss the rise in demand for artisans and trade-based skills.  They explore whether tertiary institutions are keeping pace with the changing demands of the labour market. You’re listening to The A…

Education Matters: How AI is reshaping higher education and the future of work

Aubrey Masango speaks to Dr Mario Landman, executive for Educational Technology and Innovation at the IIE and ADvTECH's Academic Centre of Excellence, about the significant disruption AI is causing in the education sector. They also discuss the need for a fundamental shift in how we approach teach…

Education Matters: From startups to classrooms – scaling education technology for impact

Aubrey Masango speaks to Gigi Ngcobo, Venture Scale Lead at Injini, about bridging the gap between technology and education (EdTech) and what it takes to create a more inclusive and effective learning environment. You’re listening to The Aubrey Masango Show with Aubrey Masango, where real conversa…

Education Matters: Fixing South Africa’s education system starts in the classroom

Aubrey Masango speaks to Sedibeng Ngubane, CEO of TeachSA, and Morne Scholtz, head of the ambassador induction programme at TeachSA, about the challenges facing education in South Africa. They discuss the importance of language in the classroom, the need for innovative approaches to teaching and l…