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Education department ordered to pay principal over R722,000 in unpaid acting allowance

The Free State Department of Education has been ordered to pay over R722,000 to a principal who acted in the role for nearly three years without receiving due allowance.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Free State teacher fired for failing to submit marks for 12 classes, loses appeal

The school principal testified that the teacher was on a final written warning but still failed to submit marks for 12 classes, and the school was unable to compile reports in respect of the affected learners.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Shocking rise in sexual harassment cases in South African schools

Recent statistics reveal a troubling increase in sexual harassment and abuse cases involving teachers in South African schools, highlighting the urgent need for effective safeguarding measures.

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Genevieve Serra|Published