National Education Collaboration Trust

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NECT DISTRICT DIALOGUESThis week NECT hosted two District Dialogues focused on strengthening schools, partnerships and l...
28/08/2026

NECT DISTRICT DIALOGUES

This week NECT hosted two District Dialogues focused on strengthening schools, partnerships and learner outcomes.

đź“Ť Mopani East | 26 Aug | Giyani Science Centre
Theme:Transforming schools into centres of support, care and academic excellence.

đź“Ť Capricorn South | 28 Aug | Laerskool Pietersburg Suid
Theme:Building strong foundations in Mathematics and Languages through partnerships.

Together, we are building stronger schools and brighter futures.

From Experience to Higher-Order ThinkingThe NECT dialogue in Bojalana District has come to a close, bringing together ed...
21/08/2026

From Experience to Higher-Order Thinking

The NECT dialogue in Bojalana District has come to a close, bringing together educators and stakeholders for a meaningful conversation on a critical question: How do we help learners move from what they can see, touch, experience and understand in their daily lives to higher-order thinking?

The dialogue explored how we can support learners to progress towards working confidently with symbols, formulas, language, analytics, creativity and problem-solving—bridging everyday experiences with deeper conceptual understanding.

Together, we continue to strengthen teaching and learning that empowers learners to think critically, create, analyse and solve problems.

The NECT in partnership with the Mpumalanga Department of Education convened a Pre-Colloquium on Strengthening Research ...
13/08/2026

The NECT in partnership with the Mpumalanga Department of Education convened a Pre-Colloquium on Strengthening Research Partnerships in Education. The Colloquium brought together Academia and Research partners to strengthen collaboration and advance evidence-informed education.

Hosted at the University of Mpumalanga, Siyabuswa Campus, the Colloquium provided a platform to:

• Identify priority areas for education research
• Address critical evidence gaps
• Showcase research initiatives aligned with education priorities
• Strengthen research capacity and partnerships
• Promote the use of evidence in education policy, planning and practice

The Colloquium highlighted the importance of stronger partnerships between education stakeholders and researchers in ensuring that research responds to real-world priorities and contributes meaningfully to improved education outcomes in Mpumalanga.

Today, we celebrate the women whose courage, leadership and determination continue to shape our country and its future.A...
09/08/2026

Today, we celebrate the women whose courage, leadership and determination continue to shape our country and its future.

Across South Africa’s education system, women play a vital role as educators, leaders, caregivers and changemakers - strengthening our schools, supporting our learners and helping to build stronger communities.

As the NECT, we recognise and honour the contribution of women in education and beyond, and remain committed to collaboration that advances opportunity, equality and a better future for all.

Happy Women’s Day, South Africa.

Different contexts, shared commitment to stronger public education.In July, NECT welcomed a delegation from The NEA Foun...
07/08/2026

Different contexts, shared commitment to stronger public education.

In July, NECT welcomed a delegation from The NEA Foundation to South Africa for an exchange of ideas and experiences on strengthening public education.
The engagement brought together education leaders from South Africa and the United States to discuss shared priorities, including supporting educators, strengthening education systems, addressing resource gaps and improving learning opportunities for all learners.

The NECT delegation included CEO Dr Godwin Khosa; Ms Ntongolozi Bembe, CSTL Investment Portfolio Coordinator; Dr Ni**od Mbele, Technical Support Consultant to the Office of the CEO; Mr Duncan Hindle, Head of Education DialogueSA at NECT; and Dr Renny Somnath, Education Officer at SADTU.
The discussions provided a valuable opportunity to learn from our different experiences while identifying areas where continued collaboration could contribute to stronger education systems.

We look forward to continuing the conversation and building on this initial engagement with The NEA Foundation.

Today, NECT CEO Dr Godwin Khosa met with the Gauteng MEC for Education to share an update on the NECT’s work and impact,...
07/08/2026

Today, NECT CEO Dr Godwin Khosa met with the Gauteng MEC for Education to share an update on the NECT’s work and impact, and to discuss opportunities for continued collaboration with the province.

The meeting provided an important opportunity to discuss shared education priorities and how the NECT can continue working with the Gauteng Department of Education to support efforts aimed at strengthening the education system and improving learning outcomes.

We look forward to building on these engagements and strengthening partnerships that contribute to meaningful and sustainable change in education.

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, Zululand District, in collaboration with the National Education Collaboration...
31/07/2026

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, Zululand District, in collaboration with the National Education Collaboration Trust (NECT), convened a Mathematics Dialogue aimed at improving learner performance and strengthening mathematics education across all grades.

The programme brought together education leaders, higher education institutions, labour representatives, subject specialists and educators to share best practices, address learning gaps, develop innovative strategies, and chart a way forward to improve mathematics outcomes in the district.

The National Education Collaboration Trust (NECT), in collaboration with the North West Department of Education, success...
23/07/2026

The National Education Collaboration Trust (NECT), in collaboration with the North West Department of Education, successfully hosted the Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District National Dialogue at Protea Hotel by Marriott Klerksdorp, *earlier this week*.

The dialogue brought together education stakeholders to engage in meaningful discussions on the theme:
"Mitigating and Closing Learning Gaps in Grades R–10 through Targeted Interventions in Languages and Mathematics."

Held on 22 July 2026, the dialogue reaffirmed our shared commitment to improving learner outcomes through collaboration, evidence-based interventions, and innovative strategies that strengthen foundational learning in literacy and numeracy.

Together, we continue to build a stronger, more equitable education system where every learner has the opportunity to thrive.

The Literacy Toolkit Workshop concluded with a focus on quality programmes driven by evidence. Participants strengthened...
16/07/2026

The Literacy Toolkit Workshop concluded with a focus on quality programmes driven by evidence. Participants strengthened their understanding of the Toolkit Initiative’s flagship literacy programmes while building their capacity to monitor implementation, measure impact, and use data to continuously improve literacy outcomes.

A fitting conclusion to three days of learning, collaboration, and a shared commitment to ensuring every child becomes a confident reader.

DAY 2 RECAP | BUILDWednesday, 15 July 2026Day 2 focused on building the Reading Collectives by turning mobilisation into...
15/07/2026

DAY 2 RECAP | BUILD
Wednesday, 15 July 2026

Day 2 focused on building the Reading Collectives by turning mobilisation into meaningful momentum.

Provincial Steering Committees engaged in practical working sessions that unpacked the full District Reading Collective (DRC) implementation journey. Together, participants strengthened their Provincial DRC Implementation Roadmaps, shared district and provincial insights, and enhanced their readiness for Year 1 implementation.

The day reinforced the importance of collaboration, planning, and implementation capability as provinces continue working towards sustainable reading improvement and stronger literacy outcomes for all learners.

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