DBE Launches New Grade 4 Assessments to Boost Learning in Home Languages and English
Update: 2025-11-25
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The Department of Basic Education has launched new Grade 4 assessments designed to improve foundational learning. The assessments are aligned with the Mother Tongue-Based Bilingual Education Framework and will be conducted in both home languages and English. This dual-language approach is expected to provide a clearer picture of learner progress and help educators target support more effectively. Elvis Presslin spoke to Education activist, Hendrick Makaneta for his reaction to the initiative
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