A 56 year old Principal has been confirmed by the Department of Education in the North West Province to have contracted the novel coronavirus. According to the department, On Monday, 01 June 2020, the school principal reported that he was not feeling well and decided to see a doctor. On arrival the doctor suggested a test for COVID-19 since the school principal was showing symptoms.

The principal is said to be self quarantining, following the confirmation of his positive status on Tuesday, 02 June 2020 and will be subject to this process for 14 days.

MEC Mmaphefo Matsemela of the Department of Education voices has reacted to these news and also voiced her concern. “As the department we are very much shocked to learn about these news. We are working with the Department of Health who have advised us to close the school with immediate effect. We will be rely on their expert advice throughout this period”, said MEC Matsemela.

The Department has confirmed that the school will not be opened until all necessary investigations have been concluded.

-The VIP Team

-NW Education