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The South African Democratic Teachers Union

For over 30 years, the South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU) has been at the forefront of advocating for the rights and welfare of educators worldwide.

SADTU presently represents more than 250 000 teachers and workers in the education sector, making it the largest teacher organisation in the country.

From its humble beginnings to its current global influence, the South African Democratic Teachers Union has remained dedicated to fostering an environment where educators can thrive and create a positive impact on the future generations.

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JSADTU

The JSADTU is an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed, open access journal on the education sector.

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SADTU Vision 2030

SADTU Vision 2030

SADTU is working towards a vision for quality learning & teaching , liberation & labour rights.

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Latest press statements

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SADTU MOURNS THE PASSING OF FORMER DEPUTY PRESIDENT DAVID MABUZA

SADTU MOURNS THE PASSING OF FORMER DEPUTY PRESIDENT DAVID MABUZA The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) joins the nation in mourning the passing of former Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, former Deputy President of the African National Congress (ANC), and former Premier of Mpumalanga, comrade David…

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WORK TO RULE PAYS: SADTU KZN WELCOMES SUCCESSFUL PAYMENT OF BASIC ALLOCATIONS TO SCHOOLS.

SADTU KZN MEDIA STATEMENT   02 July 2025  WORK TO RULE PAYS: SADTU KZN WELCOMES SUCCESSFUL PAYMENT OF BASIC ALLOCATIONS TO SCHOOLS.  The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) in KwaZulu-Natal welcomes with appreciation and excitement the release of the long-awaited basic allocation funds to schools.  SADTU has been reliably informed…

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STATEMENT ON SADTU KWAZULU-NATAL’S REACTION TO THE APPOINTMENT OF THE NEW CFO

STATEMENT ON SADTU KWAZULU-NATAL’S REACTION TO THE APPOINTMENT OF THE NEW CFO. SADTU KwaZulu-Natal has noted with great disappointment, the appointment of Miss Yali Joyi as the Chief Finance Office of the KZN Department of Education. It is now public knowledge that Ms Joyi is a former senior official of…

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