The IEC argues that the pro-Makhado Task Team has no legal authority to negotiate on this matter.
Vuwani residents march to municipal offices
“It cannot block principals from signing lease agreements with the IEC, I think it would be illegal for us as the IEC to talk to the Task Team about the lease agreements, we can talk to them about community issues because they represent communities,” said provincial electoral officer, Nkaro Mateta.Epic battles by disgruntled residents in communities
“Out of all those 18 schools that you’re referring to, it’s only two schools that were built by this government. All those schools were built by our parents, if the community feels that they cannot be used for something that they’re in disagreement with, then that is their choice. Who must force them to do something contrary to their will?” said Arnold Mulaudzi of the Pro-Makhado task team.
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