From home-based support to Deaf mentorship and research, HI HOPES continues to champion inclusion and language access. Johannesburg, South Africa (30 September 2026) – For some families, finding out…
When two learners noticed that their deaf peers faced challenges studying Life Orientation at home, with no one around to sign explanations, they took matters into their own hands, turning…
With fewer SASL interpreters pursuing formal accreditation and ongoing mentorship, SA’s first female and black interpreter, Asanda Katshwa, is deeply motivated to step back into a public role to carry…
Because literacy belongs to everyone, the Sign Language Education and Development has created the first-ever South African Sign Language story for the World Read Aloud Day national campaign. South…
Hundreds of African children’s books are coming to life in SASL, giving Deaf children the chance to experience stories in their own language from an early age! Stellenbosch, South…
Thanks to eDeaf, we can all add ‘December’ to our Sign vocab! South Africa (03 December 2025) – The December vibes are setting in strong! eDeaf, a proudly Deaf…
South African Sign Language will officially be signed into law today, a historic moment for our country! Pretoria, South Africa (19 July, 2023)—South Africa’s 12th official language will be…
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