MBOMBELA – The Head of Department for the Department of Education, Lucy Moyane, is expected to return to work next week.This is after she was found guilty of one negligence charge in the R2 million laptop scandal that resulted in her suspension. The Provincial government confirmed that five charges were…
MBOMBELA – As the 2025 National Senior Certificate Examinations approach their finale, the MEC for education, Lindi Masina, has called on the Mpumalanga community to unite and firmly reject “Pens Down Parties,” emphasising the importance of education and academic progress. MEC Masina stressed that such parties undermine the efforts of…
MBOMBELA – Vodacom has reaffirmed its commitment to socio-economic development in Mpumalanga through strategic investments exceeding R32 million that transform lives in the province. “Guided by our purpose to connect people for a better future, Vodacom Mpumalanga is supporting targeted socio-economic programmes, which uplift communities, create opportunities and drive meaningful…
ACORNHOEK- The principal of Magwagwaza Secondary School has been placed on precautionary suspension with immediate effect in light of serious allegations of sexual harassment. The Department Of Education says the action taken is to enable an investigation into the matter and to safeguard the best interests of learners. The Department…
BELFAST – A learner was allegedly sexually assaulted during the Schools’ Choir Competitions at Platorand Special School on May 8. According to the Department of Education, the incident took place during the Schools’ Choir Competitions.“The department has since deployed officials to conduct internal investigations, provide the psychosocial support to the…
MBOMBELA- More than eight officials including the Head of Department (HOD) of Education, Lucy Moyane will face disciplinary action following the findings in the investigation into the 22 laptops procured by the department. Premier, Mandla Ndlovu briefed the media this morning and outlined the findings. He said the procurement process…
MBUZINI – Parents of learners at Ndindindi Primary School conveyed their appreciation to the provincial education department for the recently constructed state-of-the-art school. The school was formally handed over by the MEC for Education, Cathy Dlamini on Tuesday. The R31.9 million project commenced in 2023 and was successfully completed within…
The investigation on the matter pertaining the acquisition of laptops by the Department of Education, is at an advanced stage. This is according to a statement released by the Office the Premier following an oral reply session at the Provincial Legislature, that an investigation will be instituted into this matter.…
MBOMBELA – Community members took to the streets on Tuesday, calling for justice to take its course following an alleged rape incident at a local school in the city. The protest march began at the Crossing Shopping Centre then proceeded to the provincial legislature offices, where protesters submitted a memorandum…
KABOKWENI- A recent schools safety operation conducted at Hlanganani Secondary School in Dwaleni and Phathwa Secondary School in Mbonisweni has resulted in the arrest of two female dagga dealers yesterday. The operation, which included random searches, was a collaborative effort between various stakeholders, including the SAPS, Department of Safety, Security…