The Northern Cape Department of Education is deeply concerned about the persistent rainfall that has caused severe flooding in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District. These conditions have rendered several schools inaccessible and caused minor damage to school infrastructure.
As a result, 26 schools in the district have been closed, affecting more than 13000 learners. Many of these learners rely on scholar transport, which is currently unable to operate due to flooded routes.
The Department has tasked the District Office to develop a curriculum recovery plan for the affected schools. At this stage, it remains unclear when schools will reopen and when learning and teaching can resume as normal.
The ongoing adverse weather conditions have already led to significant disruptions to teaching and learning since last Thursday. We want to assure the public that the safety of learners, educators and support staff remains our top priority. Schooling will only resume once it is safe for all to travel to and from schools.
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