The Minister of Basic Education, Ms. Siviwe Gwarube, will lead a Back-to-School provincial visit to Mpumalanga on 22 January 2025, as part of ongoing efforts to ensure a smooth start to the 2025 academic year.
During the visit, the Minister will be joined by Deputy Minister, Dr Mhaule and they will engage with the Premier of Mpumalanga, the MEC for Education, and senior leaders from the Provincial Department of Education to mobilize broad support for the academic year and to address key education priorities for the province.
Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the visit, which will take place as follows:
Date: Tomorrow, Wednesday, 22 January 2025
Venue: Building no8, Government Complex, followed by school visits
Time: 08:00
The Minister’s visit will provide an opportunity to assess school readiness, engage with stakeholders, and reaffirm the commitment of all education partners to improving learner outcomes in Mpumalanga.
Media enquiries:
Elijah Mhlanga: Head of Communication
Cell: 083 580 8275
Lukhanyo Vangqa: Media Liaison Officer
Cell: 066 302 1533
Terence Khala: Media Relations Officer
Cell: 081 758 1546
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