South Africa expands Early Childhood Development subsidies
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Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube announced that the South African government now provides Early Childhood Development (ECD) subsidies to 900,000 children.
She made the announcement at the Bana Pele Leadership Summit in Sandton, Johannesburg, an event focused on improving ECD education in the country. The government increased support for young learners from 700,000 children two years ago to the current 900,000. Gwarube stated this represents a historical high in the number of children receiving ECD support.
The summit gathered representatives from government, businesses, civil society, and communities to build on a 2025 plan and implement strategies for strengthening ECD education and preparing it for the future. The event’s theme, “Bana Pele,” reflects a commitment to prioritizing children.
