Douglas SEDC

31/08/2026

Key Event Details
Event: 2026 Eskom Expo Kimberley Regional Science Fair
Date: 15 August 2026
Location: Sol Plaatje University
Regions: Siyancuma region and Douglas SEDC team

Douglas SEDC is proud to share the achievements of our EXPO learners at the Kimberley Regional EXPO Science Fair held on 15 August.

✈️ International Selection
Dané Swanevelder (Hoërskool Douglas) has been selected to participate in the International Science Fair in Johannesburg this October!

🥇 Special & Top Awards
Dané Swanevelder (Hoërskool Douglas): Gold Medal + Best Problem Solving Project ("The affect that heavy schoolbags have on children's spine development")
Christolene Vister (Bongani High):
🥈Silver Medal + Best Development Project ("Feeding the school")
Justin van der Westhuizen (Bongani High): Silver Medal ("Feel the way")

🥉 Bronze Medalists
Lerato Tallies & Ashley-Ann Booysen (Riverside High) – "Feeling Hopeless"
Daniella Chikoti (Bongani High) – "Gas Safety"
Denzil van Rooyen (Bongani High) – "Wellbeing Watch"
Azania Small (Hoërskool Douglas) – "Bee Powder"
Abe Knopman & Thamaise Prins (Aalwyn Intermediate) – "Pencil Bag"
Emmanual Maarman (Aalwyn Intermediate) – "Is all water the same?"
Antonio Hamster & Valtino Julius (Aalwyn Intermediate) – "Sunhat"
Leonardo Mouton (Aalwyn Intermediate) – "Smart Recycle Bin"
Chalise Strydom & Rufeze Power (Aalwyn Intermediate) – "The V**e crisis"
Angel Visser (Aalwyn Intermediate) – "Recycle Shoe"
Rosina Springbok & Ellino Willemse (Aalwyn Intermediate) – "Mealabag"

📜 Merit & Project Participants
Merits: Michelle Makanda (Ikageng Intermediate), Kemiseco Moacwi (Bongani High), Prudence Seekoei (Bongani High)
Aalwyn Intermediate Participants: Neche Eland, Elthoreo Kneg, Alicia Skaap, Danailine Messelaa, Lee-Urwin Taaibos, Dalente Tietus, Lexi Cilliers, Veronica Steenkamp, Boichoko Jacobs
Team Mention: Vinshe Kerspey

🎖️ Coordinator Recognition
Recipient: Denise (District Coordinator)
Honors: 10 Years of Service Recognition + Expo Mentorship Trophy

03/08/2026

🤖 Building the future, one brick at a time!
Our learners absolutely rocked the DSEDC Robotics Competition this past Friday! 🚀Schools from throughout the Siyancuma Municipality came together for an intense, high-energy day of Lego Robotics games. This exciting event served as the ultimate testing ground and mechanical preparation for the upcoming Regional Robotics Competition.

These brilliant young minds showed incredible teamwork, problem-solving, and spatial innovation. They focused entirely on structural engineering, clever gearing, and creative physical solutions to tackle every single challenge. The future of STEM is looking incredibly bright right here in our community!

💡🏆Huge congratulations to all the teams who participated—your hard work, mechanical skills, and focus definitely paid off. Keep tweaking those designs and refining those builds. Next stop: Regionals! 🏎️💨

Check out some of the best moments from the day below! 👇

27/05/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE!!!!

We are looking for the perfect fit to join our growing team. Please review all job requirements carefully before submitting your application. A copy of your matric certificate is a MUST!

Please note: All applicants with mathematical literacy must have a Level 6.

26/05/2026

Douglas SEDC is looking for a Grade 12 graduate to join our reading programme! 📖

Requirements: Gr 12 (Bachelor/Diploma pass) + Math pass or Math Lit pass (Level 6) + English/Afrikaans.

📩 Apply: Email your CV to [email protected] or drop it off at 20 Campbell Street.
⏰ Deadline: 5 June 2026

18/05/2026

✨ Empowering the leaders of tomorrow at Weslaan High School!

On May 12th and 13th, the Douglas SEDC Careers team hosted a series of dynamic, inspirational presentations for Grade 8 and 9 learners. We dived deep into the crucial world of subject choices and explored the exciting possibilities awaiting them in the future world of work. 💼🎓

The energy in the room was incredible! We were blown away by how engaged and active the Weslaan High students were, asking brilliant questions and participating fully throughout every single session. 💡🙌

A massive thank you to Weslaan High School for your continued collaboration and support. Together, we are making these vital initiatives a success and shaping brighter futures for our youth!

18/05/2026

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE! The energy was absolutely electric at the SEDC Maths Competition on the 8th of May! ⚡️

Our Grade 8 and 9 learners demonstrated incredible skill, tackling complex challenges with enthusiasm and sharp strategic thinking. It was a day filled with engaging games, teamwork, and brilliant problem-solving! 🏆✨

A huge congratulations to the brilliant learners from our participating schools:

🔹 Bongani High School
🔹 Weslaan High School
🔹 Riverside High School
🔹 Douglas High School
🔹️Aalwyn Primary School
🔹️Ikageng Primary school

You all brought incredible determination and school pride! Special congratulations to our winners, who took home well-deserved prizes and certificates celebrating their achievements! 🥇📜

Thank you to the schools for their wonderful collaboration and effort in making this event a success.

thank you to the parents for your constant encouragement and support of these young bright minds.

Take a look through the gallery below to see our bright stars in action! 📸👇

24/04/2026

🚀 Grade 12s, Your Future Starts This Saturday! 🎓

Douglas SEDC is hosting a university application drive this coming Saturday to help you secure your spot for 2027. If you are ready to take the next step, don’t miss out!

📍 Where: Douglas SEDC, 20 Campbell Street
📅 When: This Saturday
We are focusing on applications for these two institutions:

🔹 Central University of Technology (CUT)
Status: Applications are OPEN.
Closing Date: 30 September 2026.
Website: www.cut.ac.za
🔹 University of the Free State (UFS)
Status: Applications are OPEN.
Closing Date: 30 September 2026.
Website: www.ufs.ac.za

⚠️ Admission Point Score (APS) Info:
Check your marks! Here are examples of the lowest entry scores:
CUT: Lowest APS is 21 (e.g., Higher Certificate in Renewable Energy Technologies).
UFS: Lowest APS is 20 (e.g., Higher Certificate in Humanities).

🔍 Pro Tip: Visit the websites above before Saturday to find your preferred courses and confirm if your Grade 11 marks meet the requirements!

📝 What to Bring:
To complete your application, you must bring:
•Two choices of study from EACH university (4 choices total).
•Original Documents AND Certified Copies of your Grade 11 final results.
•Original Document AND Certified Copy of your ID.

See you there—let's get those applications submitted! 📝✨

CUT | Central University of Technology

13/04/2026

Hey Grade 7–9 Techies! 🤖✨

Ready to take your builds to the next level? Join us for the FirstSA Robotics class this week in the afternoons!
Whether you’re looking to perfect your code or build the ultimate bot, this is where the magic happens. 🛠️💻

Don’t miss out on the chance to innovate, compete, and create with your crew. See you there! 🚀

Reminder: Only Students that are already apart of our Robotics program and Only from Monday to Wednesday.

For Any Inquiries contact these numbers on WhatsApp:

Lucaphine : 066 233 4162
Llewellyn : 060 578 0991

13/04/2026

📢 Attention Grade 12s: University
Applications are NOW OPEN! 🎓✨

The wait is over! It’s time to start applying for your 2027 studies using your Final Grade 11 results.

📍 Douglas SEDC is here to help!

We are currently coordinating with schools across the Siyancuma area to ensure every learner gets the support they need.
Instead of us coming to you, we invite you to visit us at our centre for hands-on assistance with your online applications.

🏢 Where: 20 Campbell Street, Douglas
🗓️ When: Dates will be announced soon!

Keep a close eye on our page for the official schedule. Make sure you have your documents ready so we can get those applications submitted together! 📝💻

08/04/2026

📢 Attention Douglas Students! 🎓

Don't forget that Douglas SEDC is here to help! Starting today until 10 April, we are assisting qualifying students with their NBT (National Benchmark Test) applications. 📝✨

If you need a hand getting your application sorted, make sure to stop by and see the team. Let’s get those future goals on track! 🚀

📍 Where: Douglas SEDC

📅 When: Now – 10 April

Tag a friend who needs to hear this! 👇