The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has provided a detailed and candid assessment of the state of education in South Africa, engaging with issues ranging from matric results and examination integrity to systemic inequality, policy reform, and the future direction of the schooling system.  Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Department of Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube. 

The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has provided a detailed and candid assessment of the state of education in South Africa, engaging with issues ranging from matric results and examination integrity to systemic inequality, policy reform, and the future direction of the schooling system.&nbsp; Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Department of Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube.&nbsp;

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Ndlozi also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day&rsquo;s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Ndlozi also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

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In Conversation with Department of Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube 

The Independent Examinations Board (IEB) matric results for the Class of 2025 are out . This release is officially confirmed by Umalusi, the statutory body responsible for quality assurance of all South African matric examinations, ensuring that the exams meet national standards and maintain credibility. The Minister of Basic Education will make a national announcement of the matric results today. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with IEB CEO, Confidence Dikgale. 

The Independent Examinations Board (IEB) matric results for the Class of 2025 are out . This release is officially confirmed by Umalusi, the statutory body responsible for quality assurance of all South African matric examinations, ensuring that the exams meet national standards and maintain credibility. The Minister of Basic Education will make a national announcement of the matric results today. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with IEB CEO, Confidence Dikgale.&nbsp;

IEB Confirms Release of Matric Results for Independent Schools 

Public universities across South Africa have announced a significant change to the admissions timeline for first-time entering students, with application outcomes now only expected after the official release of the 2025 National Senior Certificate results next week.  Universities South Africa, or USAf, confirmed the change on Saturday, describing it as the first time in many years that universities will not issue admission outcomes on the same day learners receive their matric results.  Mbuyoiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Universities South Africa CEO, Dr Phethiwe Matutu. 

Public universities across South Africa have announced a significant change to the admissions timeline for first-time entering students, with application outcomes now only expected after the official release of the 2025 National Senior Certificate results next week.&nbsp; Universities South Africa, or USAf, confirmed the change on Saturday, describing it as the first time in many years that universities will not issue admission outcomes on the same day learners receive their matric results.&nbsp; Mbuyoiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Universities South Africa CEO, Dr Phethiwe Matutu.&nbsp;

Universities announce a revised timeline for admission decisions 

Political analysts and the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) are warning that the 2026 municipal elections are likely to produce a significant increase in hung councils, where no single political party secures an outright majority. This trend raises concerns about governance, stability, and service delivery across municipalities nationwide.  Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with SALGA Chief Officer for Intergovernmental Relations and Municipal Resilience, Lance Joel. 

Political analysts and the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) are warning that the 2026 municipal elections are likely to produce a significant increase in hung councils, where no single political party secures an outright majority. This trend raises concerns about governance, stability, and service delivery across municipalities nationwide.&nbsp; Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with SALGA Chief Officer for Intergovernmental Relations and Municipal Resilience, Lance Joel.&nbsp;

In Conversation with Department of Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube

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