Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Gauteng Legislature takes literacy drive to five schools

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The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Education Portfolio Committee is expanding its book donation programme to five schools across the province, including primary, secondary and LSEN schools. The initiative aims to improve access to relevant and age-appropriate reading material, strengthen school libraries and encourage reading for meaning and enjoyment. Phemelo speaks to Education Portfolio Committee chairperson Moipone Mhlongo about the programme and the need to build a stronger culture of reading among Gauteng learners.
10 Sep 3PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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