We spoke to Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) spokesperson Steve Mabona about the opening of the 2026 Grade 1 and 8 online applications. The application window will run from July 24 to August 29, 2025. Mabona emphasized the importance of applying early and accurately to avoid delays, and assured parents that the system has been improved to handle high volumes. He also urged guardians to have all required documents ready to ensure smooth placement for their children.

<p>We spoke to Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) spokesperson Steve Mabona about the opening of the 2026 Grade 1 and 8 online applications. The application window will run from July 24 to August 29, 2025. Mabona emphasized the importance of applying early and accurately to avoid delays, and assured parents that the system has been improved to handle high volumes. He also urged guardians to have all required documents ready to ensure smooth placement for their children.</p>

POWER Perspective is a talkback that typically features no-holds-barred discussions ranging from politics and socioeconomic matters to religion and lifestyle topics. POWER Perspective brings you hard-hitting interviews and debates featuring all the big names in politics. This show has a dedicated fanbase of “Perspectivians” and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.

<p>POWER Perspective is a talkback that typically features no-holds-barred discussions ranging from politics and socioeconomic matters to religion and lifestyle topics. POWER Perspective brings you hard-hitting interviews and debates featuring all the big names in politics. This show has a dedicated fanbase of &ldquo;Perspectivians&rdquo; and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.</p>