Question NW1071 to the Minister of Basic Education
06 June 2017 - NW1071
De Freitas, Mr MS to ask the Minister of Basic Education
(1)With reference to the suspension of a certain person (details furnished), what were the reasons for his (a) suspension and (b) subsequent reinstatement; (2) (a) what were the allegations levelled against him and (b) whether an investigation was undertaken; if so, (i) by whom, (ii) what process was followed and (iii) what were the timelines; (3) (a) who were all the parties involved, (b) what were the costs to each party and (c) what were her department’s costs with regard to this matter?
Reply:
1. (a) and (b)
The suspension of the Glenvista High School principal was as a result of the alleged financial mismanagement of the school funds. The principal was found guilty and sanctioned to three (3) months suspension without pay and subsequently returned to work after completing the three (3) months suspension. The allegation levelled against him was financial mismanagement.
2. (a) The allegation levelled against him was financial management.
(b) (i) Yes, an investigation was undertaken by KPMG.
(ii) Forensic Investigation processes were followed and was concluded within 60 days.
3. (a) The principal of the school and the Department were the only parties involved,
(b) and (c) The Department’s total cost was R 320 000.00 and the principal’s costs are unknown.