The rising cost of high school in South Africa

The South African Bill of Rights says that everyone has the right to a basic education and further education, which the state, through reasonable measures, must make available and accessible. This, however, is often dependent on parents’ ability to pay school fees. 

As a parent, it’s normal to aspire to give your child the best possible education to set them up for success in life. However, the rising cost of high school education in South Africa is a growing concern for many parents, more so in this economic climate, and even for those who have historically been able to afford…

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