Education Matters: DBE prepares guidelines for screen time for children and learners aged 2-6

Aubrey Masango speaks to Mari Payne from Sesame Workshop South Africa about new draft screen time guidelines for children aged 2 to 6. They cover the science behind it, the policy impact, and what caregivers can actually do while the rules take shape. The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late n…

Education Matters: Modernisation of the higher education sector

Aubrey Masango speaks to Dr. Makhapa Makhafola, chief operations officer of the South African Qualifications Authority, about SAQA’s removal of more than 1,100 legacy qualifications from the national register. They unpack what it means for universities, TVET colleges, current students, and graduat…

Education Matters: INSETA’s role in skills development and transformation in insurance

Aubrey Masango speaks to Gugu Mkhize, CEO of the Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA), to unpack its role in driving education and transformation across the insurance and related financial services sector. You’re listening to The Aubrey Masango Show with Aubrey Masango, where…

Education Matters: Decolonising education and what it would look like afterwards

Aubrey Masango speaks to Professor Linda Meyer, managing director of Rosebank International, to unpack what decolonial education could actually mean in practice today. They discuss a reimagining of the curricula, skills development, and knowledge production to better respond to South Africa’s econ…

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…