On 06 November, the Northern Cape Department of Education in partnership with the NECT, celebrated a major milestone with the official launch of the Multi-Year Education Improvement Plan (MYEIP 2025–2035) in Kimberley, Northern Cape.
The MYEIP is a strategic roadmap designed to transform the Northern Cape’s education system and position it above national performance averages in the next 10 years.
With over 120 stakeholders in attendance, representing government, academia, business, and civil society – the launch served as a fitting reminder that:
Achieving quality education is a complex and collaborative pursuit that requires the active involvement of a broad range of stakeholders.
Premier Dr Zamani Saul welcomed and endorsed the plan, emphasising that “education is the greatest equaliser in any society,” to redress inequalities and called on the business community to invest in education across the province.
With matric results improving from 66% in 2020 to 84.19% in 2024, the MYEIP charts a course for even greater success, improving Literacy and Numeracy, expanding Early Childhood Development, and strengthening Professional Accountability.
Dr Godwin Khosa outlined how the plan will leverage data-driven systems and collective partnerships to improve education outcomes. He also highlighted the Plan’s vision to foster a transformative and inclusive education system that accelerates the Northern Cape’s journey towards becoming a modern, growing, and successful province.
Ms Thando Njoko, representing Kumba Iron Ore, highlighted the organisation’s deep understanding of the province’s education landscape following stakeholder engagements, reaffirming its commitment to long-term investment in education.
Other key participants included MEC Mr Abraham Vosloo, HOD Dr M. Ishmail, and Mr Bruce Sekhoacha, along with representatives from academia, business, and civil society. Together, they pledged to drive sustainable change for learners, teachers, and communities across the Northern Cape.
