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Oxford University Press Southern Africa is an educational publisher and has published locally for over 100 years. We are committed to the growth of South Africa and its people through the provision of excellent educational materials and support. We recognise the power of education to uplift and equip individuals and communities to better their lives. We, therefore, strive to develop and deliver quality educational materials and support, based on the demands of learners, students, teachers and lecturers in southern Africa. Knowledge and learning underpin the progress we make, as individuals and as a society. When we know more, we can solve new problems and explore fresh opportunities. Oxford University Press advances knowledge and learning of all kinds, from a child reading their first words to a researcher expanding the frontiers of their field. Our work is constantly evolving, and the possibilities are endless. We strive to help more and more people around the world achieve their potential.
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Friday Apr 24, 2026
Friday Apr 24, 2026
Thursday Apr 23, 2026
Thursday Apr 23, 2026
Protect creativity. Respect copyright. Say no to piracy.
Piracy may seem small, but its impact is big. It takes away from authors, publishers, and the work waiting to be written. This World Book and Copyright Day, let’s stand against piracy and support original work.
Hear from our Higher Education Publishing Manager, Janine Loedolff, as she discusses the impact of textbook piracy on publishers.
Sunday Apr 19, 2026
Sunday Apr 19, 2026
Dive into a world of literary bliss!
Press play on our latest English Aweh! read‑aloud episode, “Bird Makes a Nest”, a title selected for the trolley libraries as part of the 2026 Road to Literacy campaign, in partnership with AVBOB. Let’s read, listen, and imagine together!
🎧 Listen here: https://OxfordUniversityPressSa.podbean.com/e/red-a-loud-recording-bird-makes-a-nest/
The 2026 AVBOB Road to Literacy beneficiary announcement takes place on 30 April 2026. Follow us on social media to be the first to receive the event livestream link!
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
Dive into a world of African storytelling!
Listen to our isiXhosa Aweh! read‑aloud episode of UNqweniso olikroti and enjoy a rich cultural listening experience filled with vibrant voices and captivating stories. This book is among the diverse book collection included in the trolley libraries as part of the 2026 Road to Literacy campaign, in partnership with AVBOB.
🎧 Listen here: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-mzpru-1a9c2ad
The 2026 AVBOB Road to Literacy beneficiary announcement takes place on 30 April 2026. Follow us on social media to be the first to receive the event livestream link!
Monday Mar 09, 2026
Monday Mar 09, 2026
Join the conversation with Tshepo Mabula, CSI Specialist at AVBOB, featured on CCFM.
Tshepo speaks on celebrating the milestone fifth year of the AVBOB Road to Literacy campaign, where AVBOB, in partnership with Oxford University Press SA, are donating 2 000 trolley libraries, including the campaign’s first-ever Braille trolley libraries, ensuring that no child is left behind on their literacy journey.
From 19 January to 31 March 2026, we invite the public to get involved by nominating 1 or more deserving primary school or educational non-profit organisation (NPO). Nominate via the AVBOB website: https://bit.ly/4qVHh8A or via Whatsapp: https://wa.me/27715048447?text=RTL_OUP
#RTL2026 #NominateToEducate
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Join the conversation with Tshepo Mabula, CSI Specialist at AVBOB, featured on Helderberg FM.
Tshepo speaks on celebrating the fifth year of the AVBOB Road to Literacy campaign, where AVBOB, in partnership with Oxford University Press SA, are donating 2 000 trolley libraries, each stocked with 500 Oxford books printed in all 11 South African written languages, including the campaign’s first-ever Braille trolley libraries, strengthening inclusivity and access.
Listen to the full interview here: https://OxfordUniversityPressSa.podbean.com/e/helderberg-fm-tshepo-road-to-literacy-interview/
From 19 January to 31 March 2026, we invite the public to get involved by nominating 1 or more deserving primary school or educational non-profit organisation (NPO). Nominate via the AVBOB website: https://bit.ly/4qVHh8A or via Whatsapp: https://wa.me/27715048447?text=RTL_OUP
Friday Feb 13, 2026
Friday Feb 13, 2026
Tshepo speaks on the AVBOB Road to Literacy Campaign 2026, where AVBOB, in partnership with Oxford University Press SA, are donating 2 000 trolley libraries, each furnished with 500 Oxford books in all 11 official written languages.
Listen to the full interview here: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-8qidc-1a44694
From 19 January to 31 March 2026, you can spread the joy of reading by nominating 1 or more deserving primary school or educational non-profit organisation (NPO). Click here to nominate: https://bit.ly/4qVHh8A
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Friday Oct 17, 2025
Saturday Oct 04, 2025
Saturday Oct 04, 2025
Don’t miss this insightful conversation with Sharon Villette, Educational Publisher at Oxford University Press South Africa. As Literacy Month draws to a close, Sharon highlights the vital role of inclusive, value-driven education in shaping South Africa’s classrooms. She explores how the Aweh! book series reflects South Africa’s cultural and linguistic diversity, promoting unity and social cohesion among young learners.
She also shares details about the Aweh! Braille project, an inspiring initiative to support blind and low-vision learners on their literacy journey.