"In many instances we are provided with Texts. However, we are provided with little training on how to use them, and at times, we are trained in English to teach isiXhosa, which can be incorrectly translated, dense and irrelevant." - Tabiso Booi

"These regulations are not a pie in the sky ideal. The work on nutrition made sure every learner is fed during the school day, they even managed to do this during Covid - why can’t we do this." - Tabiso Booi

Kelly Long from GADRA weighs in: "The right to read signals a step in the right direction. Our learners and teachers need resources, resources the DBE has indicated are important but are not available in many schools."

Kelly Long emphasises: "Training is vital, however, it needs to be coherent and support provided for implementation. In terms of pre-service training there is a need for alignment across institutions of higher education across our country."

"Testing needs to focus on identifying gaps and addressing them before they are insurmountable. We need to be focusing on learning and not on the teacher’s ability to move through the entire curriculum." - Kelly Long

Kelly Long advocates for more teacher involvement in policy and these crucial regulations. Teachers' voices must be heard

Lindiso Funani, a school principal suggests: "The department needs to employ additional curriculum advisors to ensure increased support to teachers and implementation."

Dr. Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka kicks off the 2030 #ReadingPanel event, offering insights into what attendees can anticipate from Keynote Speaker, Ivo Gomes. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and extends a warm welcome to the incoming Secretariat, Sipumelele Lucwaba.

Did you know? 81% of South Africa's Grade 4s cannot read for meaning. Join the #RightToRead campaign to prioritise #literacy through legislation. Follow for updates & visit the Right To Read website for more information: righttoread.org.za #ReadRight

#WorldBookandCopyrightDay is not just about celebrating books, it's about ensuring every child has access & can read for meaning. The Right to Read calls for reading regulations that guarantee a minimum number of books for every learner. Then we can celebrate. #ReadRight

South Africa has a literacy crisis, SECTION27's CA Faatima Laher discusses the calls made for legislative reform and effective spending for #reading in the country. #ReadRight Listen here: wp.me/pc0QIf-mRO

One year on since its launch conhill, Right to Read continue to advocate for the reading crisis to be addressed among SAs learners. Read more about the campaign at righttoread.org.za #Right2Read

Did you know it's National Book Week? Reading is a valuable tool for personal and intellectual development. It can open up new worlds, spark creativity, and enrich your life in countless ways. #NationalBookWeek #RightToRead #LiteracyForAll

The 4Ts, Text, Time, Teaching and Testing. They represent our key focus areas. Did you know that we have an Instagram page? You can follow us there and see some fun visual content! instagram.com/right2read.za?…

This National Book Week here are some important reading statistics in South Africa. We all need to work together to find tangible solutions to the problems that are presented. Working together will bring about impactful change. #NationalBookWeek #RightToRead #LiteracyForAll

International Literacy Day draws attention to the importance of literacy around the world. The day focuses on the significance of literacy in achieving sustainable development, #InternationalLiteracyDay #RightToRead #LiteracyForAll

We are committed to bringing about active change by mobilising civil society and the education sector to make early grade literacy a national priority #RightToRead #NationalBookWeek #LiteracyForAll

School Resources are vital as they support effective teaching and learning. Access to reading materials and a public school library will have a significant impact on the learners. #RightToRead #NationalBookWeek #LiteracyForAll

Every person deserves to read. 📣 Are you passionate about literacy and equality? Join us at LITASA 2024 for a colloquium on developing reading regulations. 📚 We’re discussing how to create a world where everyone has the right to read. 📖 #RightToRead #LiteracyForAll #LITASA2024

Join us at LITASA 2024 for a thought-provoking discussion on “Developing Reading Regulations to Realise the Right to Read”. The Right to Read will be hosting a colloquium to explore how we can create a world where everyone has access to the power of reading. #RightToRead