Picture: North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi during her oversight visit at Gabonnwe Secondary School/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi has expressed satisfaction with the swift response and commitment shown by the school community at Gabonnwe Secondary School in Madikwe, outside Rustenburg. Motsumi said this comes after the damage caused by severe weather earlier this year.
She further said the school experienced damage to several blocks in the lead-up to the 2024 academic year. However, Motsumi added that, through collaborative efforts, classrooms have been cleared of debris and teaching has resumed.
“We would like to commend the school’s commitment to minimizing learning disruptions and highlight the importance of continued parental involvement in education. We also visited Boikagong Secondary School in Paardekraal, where ongoing roofing repairs were assessed.
“We have directed the department’s infrastructure unit to expedite the project and explore potential partnerships with local mines to accelerate progress. I am encouraged by the dedication of the School Governing Body (SGB), parents, community members, and school management at Gabonnwe,” she said.
Motsumi said, that despite the initial setback, they have prioritized getting teaching and learning back on track and she is pleased with the progress already being made. She said investing in the schools is an investment in the future of the province.
“We are committed to working with all stakeholders to ensure that every learner has access to a safe and conducive learning environment,” said Motsumi.
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