Question NW1397 to the Minister of Basic Education
21 June 2018 - NW1397
Ntlangwini, Ms EN to ask the Minister of Basic Education
What is the (a) name, (b) location and (c) number of pupils at of each (i) primary and (ii) high/secondary school in the country that (aa) does not provide internet and/or (bb) have access to internet for learning purposes?
Reply:
Education is a concurrent function, Chapter 3 section 12 of the South African schools Act stipulates that provinces must provide for schools and the education of learners. The information requested above must be directed to the respective provincial legislatures given that provinces are responsible for the provision of internet connectivity for schools.