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Basic Education condemns misinformation on reopening of schools The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has condemned the fake news suggesting changes to the reopening of public schools on Monday, 13 October 2025.

“The Department of Basic Education notes with concern the circulation of fake news on social media and other unofficial platforms suggesting changes to the reopening dates of schools for the fourth term. The department wishes to clarify unequivocally that these messages are false and misleading.

“All public schools across South Africa will reopen as scheduled on Monday, 13 October 2025, marking the beginning of the fourth and final academic term of the school calendar,” said the DBE in a statement on Saturday.

The department condemned the deliberate spread of misinformation, which creates unnecessary panic and confusion among parents and learners.

“Education is a shared national responsibility. False information disrupts schools, confuses parents, and undermines the hard work of our teachers and learners. We appeal to every South African to be vigilant, to verify before sharing, and to help us protect the academic calendar and the upcoming National Senior Certificate examinations,” said Minister Siviwe Gwarube.

The department urged the public to rely only on official DBE communication channels including its website (www.education.gov.za), verified social media pages, and provincial education departments for credible and verified updates.

The department said that as the country moves into this critical period of the school year, it extends heartfelt appreciation to parents, teachers, learners and school management teams who continue to uphold the values of commitment, resilience, and discipline that define our education sector.

Final stretch

With just days remaining before the commencement of the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations on 21 October 2025, the department called upon all learners particularly the Class of 2025 to stay focused and make the most of the support provided through revision materials, radio lessons, catch-up sessions, and school-based study camps.

The department said it remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring a smooth conclusion to the 2025 academic year. From infrastructure readiness and learner support materials to psychosocial assistance and teacher preparation, all systems are in place to ensure that teaching and learning resume seamlessly on Monday, 13 October 2025. -SAnew.gov.za
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