by Bulungula Incubator | Jan 22, 2024 | All projects, Education, Featured
We are thrilled to announce the outstanding matric results achieved by Bulungula College, which is still the first and only high school offering matric within our community. The Class of 2023 achieved a pass rate of 97.2%, bringing the total number of matrics who have...
by Bulungula Incubator | Dec 7, 2023 | All projects, Broader Impact, Education, Featured
Twenty years ago, quality education, let alone Early Childhood Development (ECD), was an abstract concept for our community because of our area’s limited access to schooling. However, over the years, we have steadily built our education programme, which includes...
by Bulungula Incubator | Nov 16, 2023 | All projects, Education, Featured
At Bulungula College, the Matric exams are a significant milestone for our learners and community. Only five years ago, our area had no high school, which led to a staggering 95% of learners dropping out before reaching grade 12. In the 2023 class, half will be the...
by Bulungula Incubator | Oct 31, 2023 | Broader Impact, Education, Featured
A growing number of young people are leaving school without passing their matric exams, the entry-level qualification for many jobs. Yet, learners who fail can rewrite their exams for a second chance at graduating from high school. Realistically, however, this is...
by Bulungula Incubator | Oct 23, 2023 | All projects, Broader Impact, Data, Education, Featured
South Africa’s educational landscape, particularly in rural and under-resourced areas, has historically been marred by inequalities that persist today. Many schools grapple with a dearth of essential resources, a shortage of well-trained teachers, and...
by Bulungula Incubator | Oct 11, 2023 | All projects, Education, Featured, Health & Nutrition
Young children learn through play. It is an essential and natural part of their early development. In our community, our Nomakhayas facilitate playgroups for young children (aged 0-3) twice a week. Through play, children develop problem-solving skills as they stack...