South Africa: A Lesson From the Deputy President On Day 1 of School

Johannesburg — As thousands of schools in inland provinces opened their gates today, Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe shared a valuable lesson with learners, telling them to put in more effort into their studies from day one.

"You are the most privileged generation; we don't want to burden you with any [undue] responsibilities. The only responsibility for you is to learn," Motlanthe told learners at Pholosho Secondary School in Alexandra.

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