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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 Free State condemns the abrupt stoppage of LTSM Allocations to Schools in Free State

SADTU Free State condemns the abrupt stoppage of LTSM Allocations to Schools in Free State The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) in the Free State notes with grave concern the sudden halt of allocation of Learning and Teaching Support Material (LTSM) to schools across the province. The Learning and…

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SADTU LIMPOPO PROVINCE MOURNS THE DEATH OF WATERBRG REGIONAL SECRETARY, CDE ZWELIBALILE WITTES

SADTU LIMPOPO PROVINCE MOURNS THE DEATH OF WATERBRG REGIONAL SECRETARY, CDE ZWELIBALILE WITTES The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) in the Limpopo Province is deeply saddened by the death of Cde Zwelibalele Wittes, the Regional Secretary of Waterberg Region and a full time shopsteward of the union. He passed…

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SADTU FS MEDIA STATEMENT ON EXPECTATIONS FROM THE EDUCATION BUDGET VOTE

SADTU FS MEDIA STATEMENT ON EXPECTATIONS FROM THE EDUCATION BUDGET VOTE The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) in the Free State Province has received an invitation to attend the Education Budget Vote on Tuesday, 05 May 2026 at Dr Regionald Cindo Secondary School in Kroonstad. The Union views the…

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