Minister Buti Manamela to address NUM’s International Literacy Day in Phalaborwa

The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) will host its annual International Literacy Day event on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Mopani TVET College in Phalaborwa, Limpopo. The event, which begins at 08:00, will celebrate the achievements of adult learners and promote the importance of education within the mining sector.

Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, is scheduled to address delegates alongside NUM President Phillip Vilakazi. This year's theme is "Celebrate the power of Literacy as a Transformation Tool."

The event aims to encourage new and current learners in Adult Education and Training (AET) programs to continue their studies, highlighting how literacy is key to improving productivity, health, safety, and empowering workers.

NUM holds this flagship event annually to drive participation in AET programs and encourage mining companies to register more employees. This initiative underscores the union's commitment to empowering its members through continuous education.

Details for Media:

WHAT: NUM's International Literacy Day Celebration

WHO: Minister Buti Manamela, NUM President Phillip Vilakazi, and adult learners

WHERE: Mopani TVET College, Phalaborwa, Limpopo

WHEN: Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 08:00

For more detailed information, please contact: 

Livhuwani Mammburu, NUM National Spokesperson, 083 809 3257

Luphert Chilwane,  NUM Media Officer, 083 809 3255

The National Union of Mineworkers
7 Rissik Street.
Cnr Frederick Johannesburg
Tel: 011 377 2111 Cell: 083 809 3257
Twitter: @Num_Media

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/NUM/10086002340216