FEDSAS and Juta have updated the popular pocket-sized series of legislation on school governance and management in February 2025.

This useful pocket guide contains all necessary legislation and regulations from the field of education - South African Schools Act, National Education Policy Act, Employment of Educators Act, and the Bill of Rights (Chapter 2 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa).

Click here to order your book.

SAELA is honoured to announce that former Chief Justice Raymond Zondo will be the guest speaker at the 29th Annual International Education Law Conference.

His keynote address, titled: “Justice as a Foundation for Educational Transformation”, will set the tone for a powerful week exploring how law can drive equity, inclusion, and positive change in the education sector.

For more information and to register, click here.

With recent amendments to the Schools Act and conflicting guidance issued on admissions procedures, many schools are left navigating uncertainty around their roles and responsibilities.

This session provides school leaders and governing bodies with an opportunity to gain clarity on key legal and practical aspects of learner admissions - including Grade R, documentation requirements, waiting lists, and capacity constraints.

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Keep up to date with the latest news with regards to the BELA Act.

Make sure you are aware of how the changes affect your school.

Scan the QR code (left) or click on the button below to gain access to the information sheet.

This is a live document that will be updated regularly!

FEDSAS’s status as international role-player in the education sector increased further this week following the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the European Federation of Education Employers (EFEE). This umbrella organisation represents education employers from all levels in Europe, from preschool to tertiary.  

Read the complete media statement here.

Education is under the spotlight and FEDSAS is leading the conversation.  From fee increases and policy shifts to the hot-button issues of cellphone bans and the rise of AI in classrooms, this edition unpacks what’s shaping schools right now.  

We explore the challenges, the opportunities, and the big questions still to be answered. Don’t miss the insights - and tell us what you think. 

Schools are under mounting financial pressure - with budget cuts and unfunded needs like compulsory Grade R putting strain on the system. But there is a way forward. This issue unpacks the BUILD framework (Balance, Unlock, Infrastructure, Leadership, Data) to help schools adapt and thrive. See how Governing Bodies can act now to safeguard quality education.

Are you ready to make a real difference in your school community?  

Register for our online SGB training sessions and equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to lead with confidence.  Learn from experts, connect with peers, and make a lasting impact on your school!

FEDSAS launched this enormous research project as our point of view is that proper data is necessary to make good decisions.  The data helps to recognise trends, and it acts as signposts and indicators for decision-makers.  Data is crucial, especially for decisions about the sustainability of certain practices.

Click here for the report.