The KwaZulu-Natal Education Department announced the appointment of more than 1,000 teachers. These appointments aim to eliminate unqualified instruction in classrooms.
Education MEC Sipho Hlomuka confirmed that 1,530 Post Level 1 teachers were placed between January and April 2025.
According to the department, the majority of 737 Post Level 1 positions, advertised in September 2024, were filled by the end of March 2025. These vacancies were the cause of attrition, including retirements, deaths, promotions, and resignations.
Focus on Critical Subject Areas
Hlomuka emphasised that many vacancies were in crucial subjects such as Mathematics, Mathematics Literacy, Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, technical subjects, and newly introduced curricula.
This achievement underscores our commitment to providing quality education to learners across the province of KwaZulu-Natal. The filling of these critical posts is a significant milestone for the department, as it will enable us to improve the teacher-to-learner ratio, enhance teaching and learning, and ultimately improve learner outcomes,
Department Acknowledges Stakeholder Support
The MEC highlighted the department's dedication to consistent, quality education. He also expressed gratitude to teachers’ unions and the wider education community.
"Their tireless efforts and commitment to the education sector have been instrumental in achieving this milestone. The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education is committed to continuing its efforts to improve the quality of education in the province," Hlomuka concluded.
