Daily Digest | Why are more teachers leaving the profession?

Loading player...
Education experts are warning that teacher burnout and early retirements are putting the quality of learning at risk. According to Basil Manuel, Executive Director of the National Professional Teachers’ Organisation of South Africa (Naptosa), many experienced teachers are opting to leave the profession early due to stress, exhaustion, and declining job satisfaction. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Education Activist, Hendrick Makaneta about some of the reasons why teachers are quitting the profession and what can be done to encourage people to go back to teaching.
22 Oct 2025 English South Africa Business · Arts

Other recent episodes

Lifestyle Friday | Mimi Mogale calls on young people to step up in farming

On this edition of Lifestyle Friday, Mpho Molefe and Jones Netshipise are joined in studio by Mimi Mogale, a young South African entrepreneur, agric-preneur, Businesswoman and content creator as she shares some interesting lessons she’s learnt in farming and why it should be a lifestyle to all of us.
4 Sep 9 min

Breakfast Masterclass | How to store your food safely to avoid poisoning

Experts have put foodborne illnesses in the spotlight, warning people about common food-handling mistakes that can lead to food contamination and illness. Food poisoning occurs when a person consumes contaminated food or water, which may contain harmful bacteria, toxins or chemicals that can cause illness. Mpho Molefe and Jones Netshipise…
2 Sep 9 min