Errors are Treasures Sponsorship initiative

South Africa has a reading crisis.

South Africa has a reading crisis. Over 1, 3 million South Africans are reading challenged. Many more second or third language learners struggle to learn via the medium of English. A recent study shows that 8 out of ten children in grade 4 cannot read for meaning - City Press 2017.

Reading is the fundamental building block to a successful education and a basic requirement in getting employment. Good education is the cornerstone of a successful South Africa.

Sponsor disadvantaged readers and make a difference to the future of our country.

• Literacy must start at infancy
• 78% of grade 4 pupils in SA are illiterate

To sponsor disadvantaged readers, you can use the following options: