Overcrowding and placement woes loom for Western Cape schools in 2025

Western Cape Education MEC David Maynier has reiterated his department’s decision to cut 2,407 teacher posts come January 2025, citing severe financial constraints. However, the move has sparked outrage and concern among parents, particularly in underprivileged communities, as the looming challenges of overcrowded classrooms and learner placements take centre stage. Education analysts warn that class sizes may exceed the current average of 40 learners per class, raising alarms about the […]