The inquiry aims to investigate and assess challenges affecting the provision of scholar transport, particularly in rural and underprivileged communities. This follows numerous complaints and reports received by the Commission regarding inadequate, unreliable, and unsafe transport for learners, which negatively impacts learners’ right to basic education.

During the three-day proceedings, the Commission will receive oral and written submissions from stakeholders to better understand the extent of scholar transport issues and the government’s response to these concerns. The findings will form part of a comprehensive investigative report with recommendations aimed at ensuring safe, reliable, and accessible transport for all learners.

The investigative inquiry is scheduled as follows:

• Date: 11 - 13 March 2025
• Place: Mahikeng, Protea Hotel
• Time: 9h00am (each day)

The inquiry will be open to the media. Members of the public who want to attend must RSVP by contacting Leano Modikoe at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Space is available on a on a first-come, first-served basis.

The inquiry will also be live-streamed on the Commission’s YouTube channel @https://www.youtube.com/@SAHRC1, and proceedings will be shared on all SAHRC platforms.

For further information or inquiries, please contact Given Makhuvele at 072 197 7581 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..