Dr. Connie Makgabo Achieves New Milestone as Deputy Chair of South African Association for Language Teaching (SAALT)

Posted on July 10, 2023

In a remarkable display of dedication and expertise, Dr Connie Makgabo, who has served as the secretary for the South African Association for Language Teaching (SAALT) Executive Committee (EXCO) since July 2019, has recently been voted and appointed as the Deputy Chair of the prestigious organization. This significant achievement occurred during the annual SAALT conference held from June 19th to 21st, 2023, at the Maslow Hotel in Time Square, Pretoria.

The SAALT conference, a gathering of language teaching professionals from across South Africa, proved to be the ideal setting for Dr Makgabo well-deserved recognition. The conference, organized under the theme "Advancing multilingualism – mining the wealth of our languages," aimed to explore the diverse linguistic landscape of the nation and foster the development of effective language teaching strategies.

Dr Makgabo's election as Deputy Chair of SAALT reflects her exceptional contributions and commitment to language teaching. 

Over the past four years, she has served as the secretary for the SAALT EXCO, diligently managing administrative tasks and supporting the organization's initiatives. Her efforts have been instrumental in advancing the objectives of SAALT and promoting language education in South Africa.

As the newly appointed Deputy Chair, Dr Makgabo will assume a more prominent role within SAALT, working alongside the Chair to guide the organization's activities and advocate for the importance of multilingualism. Her experience and expertise in language teaching make her well-suited for this position, as she continues to contribute her valuable insights to shape the future of language education in the country.

Dr Makgabo's achievement not only showcases her excellence but also highlights the remarkable strides being made in language education in South Africa. With her appointment, SAALT reinforces its commitment to fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that celebrates linguistic diversity and harnesses the rich linguistic heritage of the nation.

As we congratulate Dr Makgabo on this exceptional achievement, we look forward to witnessing the positive influence she will exert in her new position. Her leadership, passion for promoting multilingualism and expertise will undoubtedly contribute to the advancement of language teaching and the continued growth of SAALT, solidifying its status as a leading authority in language education in Africa.

 

- Author Dr Connie Makgabo

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