LGBT+ groups have accused the department of delays in adopting policies for gender identity and sexual orientation in schools
Siwive Gwarube’s political party, the Democratic Alliance, has previously described the Bill as a threat to the autonomy of schools
Zero discrimination is essential to if we are to change the fact that 7.8 million South Africans live with HIV, but 5.8 million people are on ARVs, highlighting a treatment gap
Despite a number of laws being in place to ensure education is equal and accessible not all children enjoy this right
We do not need rogue, prejudiced or ignorant principals to lead our schools. We need principled leaders who are empathetic and follow the laws of the country and those prescribed for the education sector.
Understanding the law applicable to public schools makes for informed decisions and avoids litigation
‘Parents are advised not to become involved “in car park gossip”.’
It’s difficult to get income information from a disgruntled ex-partner, but an amendment to the Schools Act will do away with this obstacle.
A political commitment is needed to resolve the teacher shortage in many schools.
The draft norms and standards for school infrastructure that Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga recently gazetted could well be illegal.
Equal Education has filed papers against Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga to establish minimum norms and standards for school infrastructure.