Parents have been complaining about overcrowding at schools for years. But this year, there has been an improvement with the introduction of mobile classrooms.
Although some grade Rs were sad when schools opened on Wednesday 11 January, it was a happy day for most.
School Governing Body chairman Simon Sengene, of Sediba sa Thuto Primary in Mamelodi, Tshwane, said the day was stressful for parents and teachers.
He said they were happy that things were progressing.
Esethu Dyubeni (24) said her daughters Siphesihle and Hope Maseko (6) were starting grade 1.
“This year is better than last year as no one is complaining about overcrowding,” she said.
Dipuo Madisha (36) said her son, Lucky (9), was transferred to Phomolong Primary in Tembisa, Ekurhuleni, and she was happy he got a place.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Education MEC Matome Chiloane were in GaRankuwa to officiate the handover of Mapenane Secondary.
At Glenridge Primary in Soweto, mum Mashudu Mudau told the publication her son, Ntsako (6), didn’t want her to take him to school as he wanted to go on scholar transport.
“I’m happy to see him excited about school,” she said.
Ntsako said he was ready to make new friends and learn.
Sinothando Pholoba (7) also said she was excited to make new friends. Her mum, Keletso, said she woke her up at 5 am to prepare.
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She played the role of a pastor’s pregnant fiance in Uzalo. Viewers now believe that she’s pregnant in real life and speculate it’s the reason Uzalo fired her. But actress Nompilo Maphumulo said she’s not expecting. She said her time is up on Uzalo and that’s why she’s being released.
“I think the fake tummy that I’m wearing on set looks real and I portray the role of a pregnant woman well. That’s why people think I’m really pregnant. I’m very much not pregnant. There’s no bun in the oven here,” said Nompilo. Learn More
