DBE – Department of Basic Education South Africa

About Department of Basic Education

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About Department of Basic Education   The Department of Basic Education was formed when the former National Department of Education was split into two: Department of Basic Education and the Department of Higher Education and Training. The DBE deals with all schools from Grade R to Grade 12, including adult literacy programmes. The aim of the … Read more

Details of DBE – Curriculum Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS)

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Details of DBE – Curriculum Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS) What is a National Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement? A National Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement is a single, comprehesive, and concise policy document, which has replaced the Subject and Learning Area Statements, Learning Programme Guidelines and Subject Assessment Guidelines for all the subjects listed in the National … Read more

DBE – Gauteng Department of Education (GDE)

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DBE – Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) The Head of Department for the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) commenced his service on 1November 2024. This role is primarily responsible for the overall management of the Department, in conjunction with serving as an Accounting Officer. Previously, he led as Deputy – Director General: Curriculum Management and … Read more

Details of DBE – Sector Progress, Performance and Research

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Details of DBE – Sector Progress, Performance and Research The DBE constantly produces strategic plans, reports, research papers, and working papers which are available to the public as part of the Departments mandate in line with statutory requirements as well as high level government and sector plans. The plans guiding the work of the Department include … Read more

Details of DBE – Physical Resource Planning and Rural Schooling

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Details of DBE – Physical Resource Planning and Rural Schooling What are we all about? The objective of the Physical Resource Planning and Rural Schooling unit is to develop, implement and monitor a strategy for improved and adequate facilities at schools, including infrastructure, equipment, other amenities, facilities, water, sanitation and electricity, and to support funding for … Read more