Motshekga appeals to the public to ensure that they protect the school against theft and damages
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of a four-week school closure which will curb the spread of the virus among students.
She also appealed to all that they should ensure that schools do not get vandalised as so many schools were reported to have been victims of vandals during the first closure of schools.
“Once again we appeal to members of the public to protect schools during the break to prevent theft and damage that was caused when schools were closed to the Covid-19. It remains one of our biggest concerns when schools are targeted. The burglaries and theft of food supplies and other expensive items defeat our efforts to provide mainly for the poor and vulnerable learners who are always the hardest hit,” Motshekga said.
According to the president’s address, schools would take a break on July 27 and resume in August 24 but Grade 7 will return August 10.
However, the president said the academic year would be extended to the next year but details about this will be communicated in due course.
