The department of basic education's catch-up plan for Limpopo students affected by the textbook scandal has begun. But will it be enough? Section27 doesn't think so, and neither should the students.
Here's a joke for you. The Limpopo government fails so the state steps in. The province is a mess, but we're assured its functions will be fulfilled. Mid-way through the year, students are without the textbooks they need to study. Allegations of corruption surround the contract to deliver the books. We're told books are delivered. They aren't. When some finally are delivered, we're told students will get help to catch up on the months they missed. They won't be.
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