The Department of Education in the North West province has reported 16 new Covid-19 related cases as of 18-19 June 2020.

The confirmed cases include nine (9) teachers, one (1) departmental official and six (6) learners. This sums a total of 32 reported cases in the province.

All identified cases are self- isolating and asymptomatic learners are isolated under parental care.

Contacts of all infected teachers, learners and those of departmental official are being traced.

Affected schools and offices will be closed for decontamination.

The Department’s newly established Psycho-social Support Committee will continually extend it’s services to all the infected staff, learners as well as their families.

MEC Matsemela sends her warm well-wishes and strength to prevail to all infected.

-NW Education