Education is central to overcoming poverty and inequality. The MTBPS proposes additional funding for the sector through an upward adjustment to the provincial equitable share, to accommodate the extension of no-fee schools, and a further R4 billion to support the National School Nutritional Programme (NSNP). Government has also indicated it will step up funding for school infrastructure and enhance safety and security. A new conditional grant for the recapitalization of technical high schools is also envisaged.