Debbie Schafer, Wes-Kaapse minister van onderwys. Foto: Deon Raath Western Cape Education MEC Debbie SchƤfer is disappointed by the four-week closure of schools.Ā She said she was in favour of a two-week break, recognising that many teachers worked through lockdown.Ā On Friday, Premier Alan Winde said his province would investigate its options.Western Cape Education MEC Debbie SchƤfer…
The Basic Education Department says the four-week school break will allow it to prepare for the return of more grades later in August.There is a concern that private schools were not mentioned during President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement on Thursday night.Some unions are also concerned about the phasing-in of grades.Teacher unions have "cautiously" welcomed the announcement…
Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga. Teachers' unions were waiting for word from Education Minister Angie Motshekga on their calls to close schools.Her department indicated consultation was now closed but another meeting with unions was called for Monday night.Unions are worried about the safety of pupils and teachers.Frustration is mounting as teachers' unions await feedback…
The pressure for schools to close during the Covid-19 peak is growing, with teachers, parents and experts giving their views on whether they should.Meanwhile, the Department of Basic Education says it is engaging with stakeholders and will announce any further developments.Ā According to Wits' head of education, Professor Felix Maringe, safety should be prioritised and lost…
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The United States imports as much as 20 percent of its food supply, with horticultural products, seafood, and specialty foods dominating, sourced primarily from Mexico, Canada, and the European Union. Published: March 01, 2026, 8:00 am The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has declared that theĀ outbreak of infant botulism traced to ByHeart powdered formula