Pretoria – The Gauteng Department of Education says it is concerned about the disruption of schooling in various areas around Tshwane as a result of protests.
Mid-year examinations for Senior Certificate candidates who are not full time learners have been affected by the violent protests that erupted in Tshwane on Monday evening.
Protesters burned buses, barricaded streets with burning tyres, pelted passing motorists with stones and looted shops. Many commuters struggled to get to work.
The department said it has engaged the Department of Basic Education and a decision will be made on when the backup papers will be written. Backup papers have been set for such eventualities.
In terms of examinations for other grades, the districts in collaboration with the principals will discuss the issue of revising the timetable to accommodate affected subjects.
“We are working closely with the local police to monitor the situation and intervene where necessary. Our school patrollers have also been instructed to be vigilant and report instantly to the principals any suspicious activities around the schools during the day and night.”
The department appealed to community members and School Governing Bodies (SGBs) to assist the department in safeguarding schools. – SAnews.gov.za
