Question NW1698 to the Minister of Basic Education to ask the Minister of Basic Education
03 August 2020 - NW1698
Julius, Mr J to ask the Minister of Basic Education to ask the Minister of Basic Education
(1) Whether all the asbestos school buildings in Gauteng will be replaced with suitable structures in the current financial year; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, on what date will the schools be replaced with suitable structures; (2) whether the asbestos buildings are safe for learners and teachers during the Covid-19 pandemic; if not, what unsafe school buildings will be replaced in the province in the current financial year; if so, what are the relevant details?
Reply:
The question has been referred to Gauteng Departments of Education for a response. The response will be forwarded as soon as it is received.