The 2030 Reading Panel's 2026 report reveals that reading levels for South African children are still at crisis point. The report released yesterday, reveals that only 30% of learners in grades 1 to 3 are reading at grade level in their home language. In some languages, up to 25% of Grade 3 learners cannot read a single word, while 15% scored zero in reading assessments. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to report author Sipumelele Lucwaba

The 2030 Reading Panel's 2026 report reveals that reading levels for South African children are still at crisis point. The report released yesterday, reveals that only 30% of learners in grades 1 to 3 are reading at grade level in their home language. In some languages, up to 25% of Grade 3 learners cannot read a single word, while 15% scored zero in reading assessments. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to report author Sipumelele Lucwaba

SAfm Current Affairs is home to three informative one-hour-long news and actuality radio shows. Brought to you by SABC News.

SAfm Current Affairs is home to three informative one-hour-long news and actuality radio shows. Brought to you by SABC News.

SAfm Current Affairs

SABC News and Current Affairs Podcasts.

SABC News Podcasts

Sipumelele Lucwaba: Only 30% of early graders read at level.

South African National Defence Force troops and police are continuing with crime fighting operation in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape. Close to 300 soldiers have been deployed to assist police in the fight against organised crime in Gqeberha and surrounding towns such as Humansdorp and Jeffery's Bay.  The operation officially commenced Today. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Northern areas of Gqeberha community activist Christian Martin 

South African National Defence Force troops and police are continuing with crime fighting operation in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape. Close to 300 soldiers have been deployed to assist police in the fight against organised crime in Gqeberha and surrounding towns such as Humansdorp and Jeffery's Bay. &nbsp;The operation officially commenced Today. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Northern areas of Gqeberha community activist Christian Martin&nbsp;

Activist Christian Martin : Community must help tackle local crime.

The Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has conveyed her condolences to the bereaved family of the twins born attached to the abdomen in January. One of the twins has died. A surgical procedure to separate them was conducted by a team of surgeons more than two weeks ago. Ramathuba says there had been hope that the children would grow up and thrive. The infants, had been under specialized medical care since birth. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Limpopo Premier  Dr Phophi Ramathuba

The Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has conveyed her condolences to the bereaved family of the twins born attached to the abdomen in January. One of the twins has died. A surgical procedure to separate them was conducted by a team of surgeons more than two weeks ago. Ramathuba says there had been hope that the children would grow up and thrive. The infants, had been under specialized medical care since birth. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Limpopo Premier&nbsp; Dr Phophi Ramathuba

Baby dies weeks after surgical separation.

A special Good Friday service is underway at Grace Bible Church in Soweto, where congregants are gathering in large numbers. The church has placed strong emphasis on prayers for national unity, healing, and spiritual renewal. During election periods, these gatherings also focus on peace and divine guidance for leaders. Today's service further addresses pressing challenges including crime, poverty, and unemployment affecting many South Africans. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Grace bibles' church minister Dudu Mthimunye

A special Good Friday service is underway at Grace Bible Church in Soweto, where congregants are gathering in large numbers. The church has placed strong emphasis on prayers for national unity, healing, and spiritual renewal. During election periods, these gatherings also focus on peace and divine guidance for leaders. Today's service further addresses pressing challenges including crime, poverty, and unemployment affecting many South Africans. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Grace bibles' church minister Dudu Mthimunye

Sipumelele Lucwaba: Only 30% of early graders read at level.

In 2 playlist(s)

SAfm Current Affairs

Social links

Recent clips