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we explore how history classrooms in South Africa may soon look very different—and whether that change is a step forward or a cause for concern. The proposed revision of the CAPS curriculum places greater emphasis on African history and encourages deeper critical thinking in schools.
While some view this as a long-overdue shift toward a more inclusive and representative approach to teaching history, others question whether important parts of the broader historical narrative might be overlooked in the process.
To help unpack this debate, we are joined by journalist and cultural analyst Romantha Botha, who offers insight into what these curriculum changes could mean for education, identity, and how the past is understood in South Africa.
