Tefo Gaebetse and Frederick Ocansey Champion Teachers in the Yethu network in the Northern Cape have prevented not one but four learners from dropping out of school since starting their Yethu Club in 2021. By the Zero Dropout Campaign
Annual awards ceremony To celebrate the efforts of students who are striving to become alert, informed and active citizens, Desh Apnayen Sahayog Foundation recently hosted its annual awards ceremony with author Rohini Nilekani as the Chief Guest. The Champion Schools Award was presented to 10 schools, while 20 teachers received the Champion Teachers Award. The President and Vice President of the most active Desh Apnayen ACTIZENS’ Clubs were also felicitated
Centre for the Specially-Abled
Rishihood University recently announced the launch of a Centre for the Specially-Abled, which aims to create a level playing field for those with disabilities and provide them with improved access to mainstream opportunities. Specialised education programmes will be conceptualised in consultation with non-profit organisations to address the lack of trained instructors. The long-term goal is to improve representation of the specially abled in mainstream corporations.