2027 school applications: Gauteng has 405 000 spaces, but location doesn’t match demand

Author: Justine LebakaPublished on: September 6, 2026Country: South Africa

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2027 school applications: Gauteng has 405 000 spaces, but location doesn’t match demand

Gauteng has 405,000 spaces available for the 2027 school applications. However, the geographical distribution of these spaces does not match the demand from families, creating imbalances in access to education. Authorities need to find solutions to meet the needs of students in high-demand areas.

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