Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance

EMASA Conference Strengthens Education Leadership for a Changing Future

Published on October 1, 2026

The Education Management Association of South Africa (EMASA), in partnership with the Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance (MGSLG) and Sci-Bono, hosted its Annual International Conference from 18–19 September 2026 at the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Held under the theme, "Education at the Edge: Leading Education Institutions that are Responsive, Equitable, and Future-Focused," the conference brought together education leaders, managers, academics, policymakers, researchers and practitioners to discuss the changing education landscape.

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MGSLG Celebrates Heritage Day in Colour, Song and Unity at Vrededorp Campus

Published on September 25, 2026

The Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance (MGSLG) came alive with colour, rhythm and shared stories as staff gathered at the Vrededorp Campus to celebrate Heritage Day under the theme, "Unity in Diversity." The celebration showcased the rich tapestry of cultures that make up the MGSLG family, while special guest Dr Ntsoaki Mokala from the Wits School of Education delivered a thought-provoking keynote address on preserving indigenous languages and mother tongue.

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World School Summit 2026: Global Recognition for Educational Leadership and Innovation

Published on June 4, 2026

The 36th Edition of the World School Summit in Bangkok, Thailand, brought together education leaders from more than 55 countries to explore future-ready schools, educational leadership, and innovation. A proud moment for South Africa was the recognition of Sivakumarie Reddhi, Senior Leadership Manager at the Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance, who received the Innovative Leadership in Education Award for her outstanding contribution to school improvement and leadership development.

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EMASA Annual International Conference 2026

Published on May 22, 2026

EMASA, in partnership with the Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance (MGSLG), invites academics, policymakers, practitioners, and education leaders to submit abstracts and papers for the EMASA Annual International Conference 2026 under the theme “Education at the Edge: Leading Education institutions that are responsive, equitable, and future-focused.”

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MGSLG Round-Table Engagement with Professor Mary Metcalfe

Professionalizing Education: Key Insights from the MGSLG Round-Table Engagement

Published on May 5, 2026

The Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance (MGSLG) officially launched its Round-Table Engagement Series with renowned education expert Professor Mary Metcalfe. The engagement explored sustainable professional development strategies, systemic reform, data-driven decision-making, and practical approaches to improving learner outcomes across the education sector...

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National Education Summit 2026: Fixing the Pipeline

Published on May 11, 2026

On 20 April 2026, Inside Education hosted the National Education Summit 2026 at GIBS Business School under the theme “Fixing the Pipeline: From Early Childhood to Transformative Livelihoods.” The summit brought together policymakers, educators, industry leaders, funders, and civil society to address structural weaknesses across South Africa’s education-to-employment pipeline.

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Subject Advisors are Instrumental in Education.

Published on February 25, 2026

Subject advisors play an important role in improving the quality of education by supporting teachers with curriculum guidance and professional development. They ensure that subject content is taught effectively by helping educators understand policies, refine teaching methods, and apply appropriate assessment strategies.

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Educators are Being Supported with the Latest and Advanced Technologies to Simplify their Work.

Published on February 16, 2026

Advances in technology have accelerated how information, ideas, and services are shared. Educators must be equipped with modern ICT systems to prepare learners with essential knowledge, skills, and values, ensuring meaningful participation in society and the economy.

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Deaf And Hard-Of-Hearing Learners Shouldn’t Be Left Behind

Published on February 05, 2026

Many deaf children experience significant delays in learning sign language, which adversely impacts their language development and literacy. The Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance (MGSLG) is unwavering in its mission to improve education for all learners in Gauteng Province.

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Section 58B Schools Programme Workshop Kicks Off with Vision and Recognition

Published on June 19, 2025

On 7 June 2025, Senior Management Teams (SMTs) from across the province convened for the launch of the Section 58B Schools Programme Workshop, an important initiative aimed at improving leadership and accountability in underperforming schools. The workshop served as an introductory session to a structured support programme that will unfold over the coming weeks, tailored to the specific needs of schools placed under Section 58B.

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Intervention to Support the Section 58B Schools

Published on June 04, 2025

It was in 2000 when the identification of the need for targeted interventions in under-performing schools in South Africa, was initiated. Between 2000s to early 2010s, the process of developing the policies and frameworks to support such interventions was undertaken.

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Four-Day Moodle Training Empowers Education Officials

Published on May 20, 2025

A four-day intensive Moodle training session was successfully conducted for dedicated Subject Advisors, Assessment Officials, E-Learning Officials, and Teacher Development Officials. The training aimed to strengthen digital teaching and learning capacity across districts by equipping participants with the technical and practical skills to effectively implement Moodle - a powerful, offline-capable Learning Management System (LMS).

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Visionary Leadership in the 21st Century is the focus of the Curriculum Management for SMT training programme

Published on May 20, 2025

Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance in partnership with the Gauteng Department of Education successfully hosted a two-day Induction Programme for Newly Appointed Principals and Deputy Principals on 15 and 16 May 2025, reaffirming their commitment to equipping school leaders with the knowledge, skills, and professional grounding required to lead schools with confidence, integrity, and competence.

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From Appointment to Impact: Induction Training Programme of Newly appointed Deputy Principals and Principals

Published on May 20, 2025

The Curriculum Management for SMT programme is designed to strengthen the capacity of subject, learning area, and phase leaders to plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate teaching and learning, ultimately ensuring quality education delivery across all school phases.

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The Online Integration Course for Teachers (MG Online)

Published on March 15, 2025

The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE), in collaboration with the Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance (MGSLG), is dedicated to enhancing, modernizing, and simplifying teaching and learning methods in schools across Gauteng by introducing Information and Communication Technology (ICT). This initiative has significantly improved the Gauteng Education System.

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