JOHANNESBURG - As Heritage month comes to a close, we're examining the interplay between language, education, and cultural preservation in our diverse country.
Recently, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill, into law.
This move ignited intense debate about language policies in schools and their impact on educational equity.
Unesco reported that about 40% of children worldwide don't have access to education in their mother tongue.
This potentially limits their learning abilities and academic potential.
Doctor Naledi Mbude-Mehana, the Deputy Director General of Basic Education discussed this with eNCA.