The Gauteng Department of Education

⚽🌍 ROS Mini World Cup 2026 is here!

Join us as learners from Gauteng’s ROS schools take to the field for a thrilling day of football, teamwork and sportsmanship at the GDE’s very own Mini World Cup.

More than just a tournament, this initiative uses sport to strengthen relationships between twinning schools, promote social cohesion, and create opportunities for learners to grow, lead and thrive beyond the classroom.

📅 Saturday, 20 June 2026
📍 Progress Primary School, 85 Protea Avenue, Lenasia, Johannesburg
🕗 Registration: 08:00–09:00
⚽ Tournament Activities: 09:00–14:00

Come and cheer on our future champions as they compete for football glory! 🏆

📍 Ratanda, Sedibeng East

​It takes a village to raise a child! Snapshots from today’s crucial dialogue regarding the state of local education, sports, and safety. Thank you to everyone who made their voices heard. 🤝🇿🇦

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📍 RATANDA
Community members gathered at the Ratanda Multipurpose Hall this morning for the Community Outreach Programme, led by MEC

Discussions centred on education, sports, arts, culture, and recreation — with community members raising concerns and sharing their vision for the future of learners in the Ratanda area.
Engagement remains active as the programme continues to open direct channels between communities and the Department.

📢 Calling all Ratanda residents!

The Community Outreach Programme is coming to your area. Led by MEC Lebogang Maile, this is your direct line to voice your concerns and share your vision for the future of our children. We’re opening the floor to engage on education, sports, arts, culture, and recreation, and we need you there to make it count!

📅 COMMUNITY MEMBERS MAY ATTEND AS FOLLOWS:

📍 FRIDAY, 19 JUNE 2026
⏰ 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📌 Ratanda Multipurpose Hall, Heidelberg 🏢

This is your space to help shape the solutions our community deserves. Your voice matters in building a better, stronger future. Let’s show up, speak up, and drive real change together 💬✨

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🇿🇦⚽ Asiphel’umoya! ⚽🇿🇦

GDE Head Office staff came together in a spirited display of national pride today, throwing their support behind Bafana Bafana just hours before kick-off against Czechia.

With flags held high and messages of encouragement flowing, the atmosphere reflected the unity and optimism that football inspires across South Africa. As the boys in green and gold prepare for battle, one thing is certain — the nation stands firmly behind them.

Good luck, Bafana Bafana! 💚💛

📍 WINDMILL PARK

Community members are actively engaging in the session, raising key concerns affecting schools in the Windmill Park area, with particular focus on Windmill Park Secondary No. 2 as a newly established school.

Discussions centre on strengthening community involvement in safeguarding infrastructure, improving learner access, and ensuring the school responds to local needs, including opportunities for community participation.

Learner safety and improved education outcomes remain central to the engagement as discussions continue.

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