Oxford University Press Southern Africa

Join the conversation with Yondela Mlonzi, Vocational and Schools Publisher at Oxford University Press South Africa.

Is South Africa preparing young people for the real world of work? Yondela talks World Youth Skills Day, under its 2026 theme “Skills for a Shared Future,” and why South Africans should care. She unpacks the importance of vocational education, learnerships, apprenticeships and lifelong learning for tackling youth unemployment and driving economic growth. Her discussion highlights how technical, digital and personal skills are essential for emerging industries and how TVET programmes bridge education and employment, investing in jobs and innovation for the country’s future.

Join the conversation with Bella Tsotetsi, National Workshops, Training and Product Manager at Oxford University Press South Africa.

Bella reflects on the remarkable turnout of Oxford’s teacher support initiatives in the North-West, where more than 7,000 educators attended our FREE workshops to gain practical insights, curriculum guidance, and classroom inspiration.

As part of Oxford’s ongoing commitment to supporting teaching and learning, we have delivered 204 teacher workshops, reaching educators from over 6,000 schools in the North-West.

Don’t miss out on upcoming workshops, enquire today: https://bit.ly/4f0hUhL

Or read our latest blog to learn more:
https://oxford.co.za/teacher-support-gains-ground-in-north-west-as-more-than-7000-educators-attend-oxford-workshops/

Don’t miss this insightful conversation with Yolandi Farham, Product Director at Oxford University Press South Africa. Yolandi unpacks the role of books in a rapidly evolving, AI-driven world. She highlights the importance of reading especially during the foundation phase where strong reading skills shape a child’s future learning and success.

Because while technology is advancing, the power of a good book to build imagination, comprehension, and confidence remains unmatched.

Listen to our read‑aloud episode featuring the Kereiti Aweh! book, Senqanqane setaki se hlwahlwa, one of 500 titles selected for the trolley libraries as part of the 2026 Road to Literacy campaign, in partnership with AVBOB.

 

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!

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.

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!

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!

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

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

Join the engaging conversation with Tshepo Mabula, CSI Specialist at AVBOB, featured on Radio KC.

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