Unplaced learners ‘still out in the cold’

Cape Town – Western Cape Education MEC David Maynier has been accused of attempting to evade being held to account on issues of unplaced pupils and 2023 admission challenges.

This was according to the ANC in the Western Cape Legislature, supported by parents and education activists, after Maynier requested a postponement in appearing before the Standing Committee on Education.

He wrote a letter to Committee the chairperson on 31 July, two days before the expected meeting, claiming the matter was before the Western Cape High Court.

Equal Education Law Centre (EELC) sought relief including that the department and Maynier state their plan on steps that will be taken to ensure that sufficient…

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