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Strict hygiene protocols have been implemented at schools to ensure they minimise the risk of contracting the coronavirus. For one Cape Town principal, waiting days for a suspected Covid-19 test to come back is too long a wait before taking action.The department, though, says it is only necessary to close and clean affected areas upon…

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Strict hygiene protocols have been implemented at schools to minimise the risk of contracting the coronavirus. Just a week away from opening its gates to more grades, schools across provinces report they are still faced with challenges ranging from water and sanitation, a survey by teacher unions has shown. Schools, through their principals, also reported…