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DA warns of withdrawal from the GNU if BELA Bill signed into law


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The Democratic Alliance, DA has warned it will withdraw from the government of national unity if President Cyril Ramaphosa signs the controversial Basic Education Laws Amendment, BELA Bill into law. The presidency has confirmed that President Ramaphosa will sign the bill on Friday, despite the DA's objections. DA leader John Steenhuisen argues that the bill has significant constitutional implications, particularly regarding the right to mother-tongue education. The standoff raises questions about the stability of the unity government and the potential consequences of the DA's withdrawal. To elaborate further on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Education expert, Professor Mary Metcalfe

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