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Latest at SADTU- Jul 28
Statement of SADTU - KZN on the Reopening of schools
The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union has been monitoring the reopening of schools with the purpose of ascertaining whether all schools are ready for reopen and begin with their teaching and learning. The reopening for the third term takes place with teachers, learners and parents having a lot of uncertainties informed by the incidences of the past two weeks which could not leave out schools. About 137 schools were reported as having been vandalised, some had break-ins whilst others suffered arson damages.
Jul 28Jul 13SADTU condemns the Wanton Destruction and looting of Business and Infrastructure in South Africa
The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) has strongly condemned the wanton destruction and looting of businesses and infrastructure that first took place in KwaZulu Natal this past weekend before spreading to parts of Gauteng and other provinces.
Jul 13Jul 01SADTU POST NEC Statetment
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) – the highest decision making body in-between congresses, met virtually from 29 to 30 June to deliberate on organisational, educational, labour, socio-economic, political and international matters.
Jul 01Jun 22SADTU KZN statement regarding vaccination and call for the increase of Vaccination Sites
The 23rd of June 2021 has been announced as the start date for the vaccination of teachers and other education workers. This progressive move is welcomed by SADTU in KZN based on the understanding of how critical it is for teachers and education workers to be prioritised for the vaccine. Teachers and education workers are vulnerable as a result of the nature of work they do.
Jun 22Jun 18SADTU Gauteng condemns killing of a school principal
The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) in Gauteng is outraged by the barbaric incident of the killing of the Buyani Primary school principal this morning. Comrade Lazarus Baloyi was serving as SADTU Ennerdale Branch Secretary at the time of his untimely death.
Jun 18Jun 18SADTU mourns passing of Former National Treasurer, Comrade Disebo Mabote
The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) has learnt, with shock and sadness, about the passing of its former National Treasurer, Comrade Disebo Mabote. SADTU conveys its deepest and heartfelt condolences to her family, friends and colleagues in the education fraternity.
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- 25 Feb 2020
Keynote Address by the Minister of Basic Education Mrs Angie Motshekga, MP, at the SADTU Eastern Cape Teachers' Awards
Let me take this opportunity to welcome all of you to the glitz and glamour of the 2020 SADTU Eastern Cape Teachers' Awards. This is an important gathering in the calendar of SADTU Eastern Cape as we converge here today to celebrate the exploits of excellent SADTU aligned teachers.
28 Sep 2019Closing Address by the President of SADTU, Cde. Magope Maphila, SADTU National Congress
Comrades, we have come a long way. You have demonstrated your leadership prowess by once again delivering a congress of this magnitude. I want to thank all delegates for indeed delivering this Congress as per the mandate of the members of this mighty Union.
26 Sep 2019Speech by the Minister of Basic Education, Mrs Angie Motshekga, MP, delivered at the 9th SADTU National Congress
I am indeed fortunate and highly favoured that today, 29 years since this revolutionary union was founded, I address you in the land of your birth, Nasrec, Johannesburg. Revolutionary greetings to the leadership, members of SADTU and Alliance at large.
26 Sep 2019Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology, Dr Blade Nzimande, message of support on the occasion of the SADTU National Congress
First, let me express my profound gratitude for the invitation to take part at this, the 9th National Congress of SADTU. Much has already been said about the significance of this Congress for SADTU, and indeed for the entire trade union movement of our country.
26 Sep 2019Candle Lighting Message at SADTU 9th National Congress by Vice President for Gender, Dorcus Sekabate
This candle represent love to those who are infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. Let's show and give them love because to some that is the only thing they need. Lets rekindle hope and faith in their lives. Let's live our lives responsibly. Those who are faithful please remain faithful, it's the right thing to do. To those who can't abstain nor have single partners please condomise ALL the times.
25 Sep 2019Speech by Comrade Cyril Ramaphosa, ANC President to the Congress of the South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU)
It was an honour to receive this invitation to address you today and to say thank you to educators, who mould and shape our future generations. I stand before you today to deliver this message about a country on the brink of hope and possibility. A country that stands at a crossroads and where every one of us will be asked to make choices to build the South Africa we want.
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