Gauteng, South Africa’s economic powerhouse, is known to have popular universities in Africa. Generally, the province has an excellent educational system.
Gauteng’s education system follows the national framework, starting with the Foundation Phase for little learners, progressing to the Intermediate and Senior Phases, and culminating in Further Education and Training (FET) colleges. The province is home to a variety of schools, including:
Public schools: Offering free education, these cater to most students.
Independent schools: Privately run, these often have smaller class sizes and additional resources.
Special needs schools: Providing specialized support for students with disabilities.
Gauteng is home to several top universities attracting bright students:
University of Johannesburg (UJ): A research powerhouse, UJ excels in engineering, architecture, and commerce.
University of Pretoria (UP): Renowned for its law, medicine, and veterinary science programs, UP is a breeding ground for future leaders.
University of Witwatersrand (Wits): A trailblazer in science and technology, Wits has produced Nobel laureates and countless innovators.
As of 2024, Gauteng boasts impressive educational statistics,
Literacy rate: 91.2%, exceeding the national average.
School enrollment: Over 90% of children aged 7-14 attend school.
Matric pass rate: Around 80% of students pass their final high school exams.
Inequality: Despite progress, disparities persist, with rural areas and disadvantaged communities facing difficulty accessing quality education.
Gauteng Government Bursaries
Recognizing the power of education, the Gauteng government offers numerous bursaries to ease the financial burden and empower students:
Below are Bursary opportunities available to students within the Gauteng province,
City of Johannesburg Bursary
City of Johannesburg EMS Bursary
Compensation Fund Bursary
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) Bursary
Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
Emfuleni Local Municipality Bursary
Gauteng City Region Academy (GCRA) Bursary
Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Bursary
Gauteng Department of e-Government Bursary
Gauteng Department of Health Bursary to Study Medicine in Cuba
Gauteng Dept of Infrastructure Development Bursary
Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport Bursary
Gauteng Department of Social Development Bursary
Gauteng Film Commission (GFC) Bursary
Gauteng Provincial Department of Human Settlements Bursary
Gauteng Provincial Treasury Bursary
O.R. Tambo District Municipality Bursary