Radio 702 Interview: Cabinet said yes to the Children’s Bill. Now Parliament must act.

DGMT CEO David Harrison spoke to Radio 702 about Cabinet’s approval of the Children’s Amendment Bill — a long-overdue reform that could open the door for thousands of ECD programmes currently locked out of registration and state support. Harrison welcomed the milestone but was clear-eyed about what still needs to happen: municipalities must relax their […]
Real Reform for ECD Media Statement: The Children’s Bill is through Cabinet. Now Parliament must pass it.

Cabinet’s approval of the long-awaited Children’s Amendment Bill brings us a step closer to ensuring all young children have opportunities to develop and thrive — now Parliament must pass it. Real Reform for ECD celebrates Cabinet’s approval of the Children’s Amendment Bill 2026 as a major milestone for young children, early childhood development (ECD) practitioners […]