Africa News of Monday, 8 June 2020
Source: bbc.com
South African schools are reopening after government eased lockdown measures, with the education minister saying 95% of the learning institutions have met requirements for safe reopening.
The government has disinfected school premises and distributed masks and personal protective gear. The re-opening of schools was postponed by one week to allow for full compliance.
Local broadcasters have been sharing videos of learners streaming back to schools on Monday.
It's back to school for Grade 7 and 12 pupils today. Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga claims 95 percent of schools are ready to reopen. She is visiting schools on the East Rand. Courtesy #DStv403 pic.twitter.com/QHoJsIDciJ
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