The Department of Basic Education has announced that  Coding and Robotics will not become compulsory subjects in schools in the near future. It will now focus on improving literacy and numeracy in the early grades. The department cites serious systemic challenges, limited resources, and widespread foundational learning deficits. According to its updated Annual Performance Plan for 2025/26, the introduction of these subjects will be gradually implemented depending on available resources and the preparedness of the schooling system. The initial proposal or inclusion of coding and robotics was welcomed as a progressive step. At the time, the School Governing Bodies Federation (FEDSAS) said the subjects would assist and equip learners with 21st century skills and to prepare them for the 4th industrial revolution.  On the Weekend View this morning we discuss the challenges , the  solutions and the importance of Coding and Robotics in schools as a means of preparing future generations for a rapidly advancing technological landscape.  Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Lukhanyo Vangqa, Spokesperson for the Minister of Basic Education, Dr Juané van der Merwe, FEDSAS's Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Tshegofatso Dludla ,Chief Executive officer at African Code