The Department of Basic Education says it is ready for the reopening of schools across the country today. Minister Angie Motshekga and Director-General in the Department Matanzima Mweli addressed the media in Pretoria yesterday. Motshekga says the Department will continue to seek a balance between ensuring that learners are safe while addressing gaps in the curriculum. Motshekga also says the pandemic has had a negative impact on the schooling system.

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LINK: Are you confident that all is in order as schools reopen today? Does your child attend a public school, what have you observed this morning? Let’s also talk now about your role as a parent. Are you hands on regarding matters pertaining to your child’s schooling? What challenges are you facing? We are joined on the line by…

Guest: Mahlomola Kekana-Chairperson of the National Association for Parents in School Governance