Here are Gauteng Grade 1 and 8 2026 online admissions details
To apply, parents must visit the official GDE website once applications go live. Required documents include certified copies of the parent's South African ID or passport, the child's birth certificate or relevant permits, and proof of home and work addresses. Grade 8 applicants must also submit their latest Grade 7 report, while Grade 1 applicants need a clinic card or immunisation report.
In related news, Tanganani Primary School in Diepsloot has officially opened, ending weeks of disruption that kept hundreds of children out of school. Teaching began at the newly built school after construction delays and community protests pushed back its original opening date of 5 May.
Community members had protested to demand local job opportunities linked to the school's construction. The unrest affected both the building schedule and the appointment of teaching staff. The Department said it responded swiftly to minimise the impact on learners.
'This measure ensured that academic activities continued while the recruitment of permanent educators proceeded according to the Department's Recruitment and Selection Policy,' said GDE spokesperson Steve Mabona.
The recruitment process ended on 21 May, and the new teachers are expected to start on 2 June.
Tanganani Primary is one of two new schools that have tackled severe overcrowding in Diepsloot. Earlier this month, the Department confirmed that 285 learners in the area had yet to attend school in 2025, 206 of them in primary grades.
Although Tanganani now offers 18 classrooms, construction on the second school continues, and a third school remains in the planning stages. Still, officials have assured parents that the current facility is secure and ready for learning.
'The school premises are secure, with appropriate fencing and lockable gates in place,' Mabona confirmed.
Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1.
Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The South African
12 hours ago
- The South African
City Hall's clock tower chimes for the first time in 15 years
For the first time in decade and a half, the chimes of Cape Town City Hall's clock tower rang out across the CBD on Thursday, marking the successful revival of a cherished city landmark. Built in 1905 by the same company that constructed London's Big Ben, the iconic timepiece had fallen silent around 2010, following a failure in its bell strike and chime functions. After a painstaking six-month restoration, the clock now strikes the hour with renewed precision. Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis led a celebratory relaunch ceremony, joined by James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, and staff from City Hall. 'When it struck 12, I felt goosebumps,' Hill-Lewis said, reflecting on the moment the tower's bell rang once again. 'We take pride in what we have, and we take pride in our city.' Restorers dismantled the mechanism, replaced worn gears, and tuned the bell fittings to their original specifications, restoring the clock's accuracy and rich soundscape. The restoration is part of a wider City of Cape Town heritage initiative aimed at conserving historic landmarks across the metro. Now fully functional, the clock's chimes can be heard from Grand Parade to St George's Cathedral, serving as a sonic reminder of the city's vibrant past. Officials have also introduced a quarterly maintenance plan to ensure the mechanism remains in working order well into the future. The revival of the City Hall clock not only restores a beloved acoustic feature to Cape Town's skyline – it also reaffirms the city's commitment to preserving the architectural and cultural heritage that defines its identity. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
12 hours ago
- The South African
South Africa's oldest person, Grandma Hundred', dies
South Africa has bid farewell to one of its oldest and most beloved citizens, Margaret Maritz, affectionately known as 'Grandma Hundred', who passed away at the remarkable age of 118. Born on 27 September 1906, Maritz lived through a transformative era in global and South African history – surviving two world wars, apartheid, and witnessing the dawn of democracy. Her extraordinary longevity and gentle spirit earned her national recognition and the affection of those who knew her. In her final years, 'Grandma Hundred' lived at the AFM Welfare Old Age Home in Touws River, where staff and fellow residents became her extended family. 'She was a very friendly, pleasant person,' said Eleanor, a staff member at AFM Welfare. 'She always smiled. The staff adored her. They cared a lot for her and they enjoyed working with her. She never complained about anything.' Maritz passed away just two months short of her 119th birthday. On her 118th birthday in 2024, she celebrated with a pink cake and two of her 14 children, while receiving birthday wishes from across the country. Despite her long and inspiring life, Maritz did not have a funeral policy. AFM Welfare has since launched a fundraising appeal to cover her funeral costs and honour her memory with the dignity she deserves. 'We want to give her the kind of send-off her life warrants,' the organisation said, encouraging South Africans to contribute whatever they can. Margaret Maritz will be remembered not only for the length of her life but for the warmth, humility, and peace she brought to everyone around her. According to the Guinness World Records website, the oldest verified person is French national Jeanne Calment, who died in August 1997 at the age of 122 years and 164 days. 'Several people have been claimed to be older than Jeanne, but there has never been enough evidence to authenticate them,' it says. Post your condolences below, by … Leaving a comment below, or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
15 hours ago
- The Citizen
Joburg Water leaves Randburg dry and confused
Ward 99 Councillor Hendrik Bodenstein said Joburg Water's poor communication is deepening the water crisis in Randburg, with residents in suburbs like Blairgowrie, Darrenwood, Linden, and Robins constantly blindsided by outages. 'Advance notice of water outages remains the exception, not the rule,' said Bodenstein. 'The majority of bursts and infrastructure failures are only reported after the fact, if at all.' The north-western suburbs of Johannesburg are battling ageing water infrastructure and regular pipe bursts. According to Bodenstein, the situation is worsened by the city's failure to provide consistent updates or direct communication with ward councillors. 'There's no reliable system for early warnings, outage maps, or estimated repair times,' he said. 'Residents are left relying on Facebook groups and word-of-mouth to find out what's going on.' Also read: Water continues to spray out of the pipe on Nerina Street He said that although Joburg Water has increased social media posts in recent months, many updates are delayed or incomplete. 'I work well with some officials, but it's frustrating when there's no information on the dozens of daily bursts.' Bodenstein said the lack of information undermines public trust. 'It severely hampers my ability to serve the ward. I can't tell people what's happening or when water will return. I also can't advise where to find relief measures like tankers.' As a possible solution, the Democratic Alliance in Johannesburg is testing an automated outage reporting and escalation system in Ward 72. Bodenstein hopes it will be available in all wards by the end of the year. He believes Joburg Water needs to overhaul its communication approach for Randburg residents. 'We need real-time alerts via SMS or WhatsApp, interactive outage maps, and clear timelines for repairs. Water is a basic right residents deserve honest, timely updates.' Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration!
