Over 700 pupils tested positive for COVID-19

Over 700 pupils have tested positive for COVID-19. This was revealed by Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga at a briefing on Thursday.

Motshekga also revealed that around 1,493 teachers have died this year Most of the teachers succumbed to COVID-19.

“I also want to acknowledge the fact that during those difficult times, we lost almost 1,493 teachers, we lost a number of our workers, we lost a number of district officials, and circuit officials,” she said.

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Source: eNCA