The North West education department has announced that matric learners whose schools were severely damaged by storms will be accommodated at nearby schools or through a platoon system while repairs are expedited. According to the department, the measures are intended to ensure that learners can continue preparing for and writing their matric exams despite the storm damage to school infrastructure in the province.
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The North West education department has confirmed that 60 schools in the South African province were damaged when strong winds swept through parts of the region over the weekend. The storm has raised questions about where affected pupils will continue their education while repairs are carried out. According to the department, an assessment of the damage is under way, with arrangements expected to be made to accommodate learners whose classrooms were destroyed or rendered unsafe by the severe weather.
Sowetan·September 8, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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SABC News (SA)·September 7, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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