The monitoring will focus on the following key areas:
- Admissions for learners in Grades 1 and 8:
- Ensuring fair and transparent admission processes.
- Addressing any reported cases of unfair discrimination or practices.
- Costs related to stationery and uniforms:
- Investigating the financial burden on parents for essential school supplies.
- Assessing the impact of these costs on the right to education.
- School infrastructure:
- Inspecting the condition of school buildings and facilities.
- Identifying areas that may hinder the learning environment.
- Shortage of Teaching Staff:
- Evaluating the adequacy of teaching staff in schools.
- Addressing concerns related to teacher shortages and its impact on the quality of education.
The SAHRC is committed to ensuring that every child's right to quality education is upheld, and this monitoring exercise will provide valuable insights into areas that require attention and improvement.
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Prepared by the Northern Cape Provincial Office of the South African Human Rights Commission.
For further information contact Mr. Uzair Adams, Provincial Manager, at Tel: 054 332 3993 / Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.