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Gauteng Education MEC takes a stand against rising gang violence in schools

Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, urgently calls for community action to combat escalating gang violence in schools, following alarming incidents that threaten the safety of learners and educators.

News South Africa
Koketso Phasha|Published

DA challenges 'blatant disregard for rules' in R5. 5m Gauteng tender controversy

The DA has filed a formal complaint with the Public Protector after a R5. 5 million Gauteng sports tender was awarded to an East London company, despite explicit requirements that only Gauteng-based firms could apply. With the Special Investigating Unit already probing the department, this latest controversy intensifies scrutiny of provincial procurement practices.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Ekurhuleni mourns siblings killed in N12 collision

The Gauteng Department of Education and scholar transport organisations have pledged enhanced safety measures following a tragic N12 accident that claimed the lives of four learners in Daveyton, Ekurhuleni. .

News Crime and Courts
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Three Ekurhuleni learners killed in N12 crash, Education MEC consoles grieving families

Three primary school learners, including siblings, lose their lives in devastating N12 accident in Ekurhuleni, prompting Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane to visit grief-stricken families amid mounting concerns over road safety in the region.

The Star News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Three Ekurhuleni learners killed in N12 crash, Education MEC consoles grieving families

Three primary school learners, including siblings, lose their lives in devastating N12 accident in Ekurhuleni, prompting Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane to visit grief-stricken families amid mounting concerns over road safety in the region.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published