The Department is condemning the violent acts but it says this will not stop it from reopening all schools.
Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekega is providing an update on the schools' state of readiness. #DStv403
JOHANNESBURG - The Basic Education Department says it's is also concerned about schools that were vandalised during recent protests.READ:The department said it is preparing to reopen all schools on Monday. Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga said,"I received a list from the MEC of KZN of 137 schools which were vandalised, three education centres, and eight circuit offices which were affected. The much-needed infrastructure was damaged and it's a serious setback. The province is making all necessary arrangements that all schools open on Monday and that teaching and learning continues.
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