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The South African Democratic Teachers Union

For over 30 years, the South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU) has been at the forefront of advocating for the rights and welfare of educators worldwide.

SADTU presently represents more than 250 000 teachers and workers in the education sector, making it the largest teacher organisation in the country.

From its humble beginnings to its current global influence, the South African Democratic Teachers Union has remained dedicated to fostering an environment where educators can thrive and create a positive impact on the future generations.

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JSADTU

The JSADTU is an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed, open access journal on the education sector.

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SADTU Vision 2030

SADTU Vision 2030

SADTU is working towards a vision for quality learning & teaching , liberation & labour rights.

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Latest press statements

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SADTU NORTH WEST WELCOMES THE APPOINTMENT OF THE NEW MEC FOR EDUCATION

SADTU NORTH WEST WELCOMES THE APPOINTMENT OF THE NEW MEC FOR EDUCATION The South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU) in the North West welcomes, without reservation, the appointment of the new Member of the Executive Council (MEC) for Education Dr Desbo Mohono and wishes her well as she assumes the…

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SADTU KWAZULU-NATAL STATEMENT ON THE TRAGIC DEMISE OF CDE COMRADE ANDILE SHEZI: 06/08/26

SADTU KWAZULU-NATAL STATEMENT ON THE TRAGIC DEMISE OF CDE COMRADE ANDILE SHEZI: 06/08/26 It is with profound grief and deep sadness that the South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) announces the sudden and tragic passing of Comrade Andile Shezi, one of our most vibrant, committed, dedicated, and battle-tested servants of…

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SADTU CONDEMNS ATTEMPTS TO UNDERMINE ACCOUNTABILITY AT THE PUBLIC INVESTMENT CORPORATION (PIC).

SADTU CONDEMNS ATTEMPTS TO UNDERMINE ACCOUNTABILITY AT THE PUBLIC INVESTMENT CORPORATION (PIC). The South African Democratic Teachers ’Union (expresses its profound concern and disappointment at the statement issued by the Minister of Finance, Mr Enoch Godongwana, regarding recent developments at the Public Investment Corporation (PIC). As a representative of thousands…

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