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SACE has commissioned an investigation into the work-related stress and mental health issues of SA teachers.
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Increased teacher workloads, fatigue, burnout complaints lead to mental well-being probe
- Teacher unions and organisations agree that heavy workloads, misbehaving pupils, and administrative burdens are contributing to stress and burnout among teachers.
- SACE has commissioned an investigation into teacher mental health, while the Department of Basic Education is exploring ways to reduce administrative workload and developing mental health support resources.
- Teacher organisations are calling for structured psycho-social support systems, wellness programmes, and professional counselling services to address the growing emotional fatigue and declining morale among educators.
ANC provincial convener Mike Mabuyakhulu.
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‘Dear Cde Barnes’: MKP writes to NFP boss, while KZN coalition govt to meet without him
- KwaZulu-Natal’s government of provincial unity is planning a meeting without NFP president Ivan Barnes, who wants the party to exit the GPU.
- MK Party secretary-general Bongani Mncwango has invited Barnes for talks to discuss collapsing the GPU and supporting a motion of no confidence against the KwaZulu-Natal premier.
- The GPU meeting, involving the IFP, ANC, DA, and NFP, aims to address grievances and strengthen their partnership, particularly concerning local government issues and governance disputes.
The late Nishani Singh and her brother Rushil Singh in photographs published by the Hawks/DPCI in August 2024.
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Fraud-accused Rushil Singh fights for bail, faces flight risk and asset disputes
- Rushil Singh, accused of R178-million fraud, offered to surrender hunting rifles during a bail application, but the State argued they should be with his estate trustee.
- Singh claims emails from his deceased sister’s laptop prove his innocence, while the State argues he is a flight risk due to concealed assets abroad worth R100 million.
- This is Singh’s third bail attempt, with previous attempts denied due to flight risk concerns and attempts to blame his deceased sister.
The Umngeni-Uthukela Water board is marred by several administrative issues.
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Court cans official’s suspension for refusing to sign colleague’s R200k US marathon trip
- Umngeni-Uthukela Water (UUW) official Sibusiso Madonsela was unlawfully suspended after refusing to approve a high-cost trip for a colleague to participate in the New York Marathon.
- The Pietermaritzburg High Court ordered Madonsela’s immediate reinstatement, finding his suspension unlawful, and directed UUW to cover the legal costs.
- DA MP Stephen Moore has called for Water Minister Pemmy Majodina to investigate the New York trip expenses, excess board payouts, and other governance failures at UUW.
Curro shareholders on Friday gave their approval to delist the company and turn it into a public benefit organisation.
Curro shareholders overwhelmingly approve nonprofit move
- Curro shareholders approved a R7.2 billion buyout offer, turning the private schools group into a nonprofit.
- Future profits will be reinvested in expanding access to quality education through new schools, bursaries, and facilities.
- The move is considered one of SA’s largest charitable acts, with Curro set to delist from the JSE on 2 December.
Springbok assistant coach Jerry Flannery is expecting a revved-up Japanese team at Wembley this weekend after the latter’s narrow loss to the Wallabies.
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First stop, Wembley: Boks expect revved-up Japan as gruelling November tour kicks off
- Springbok assistant coach Jerry Flannery anticipates a highly motivated Japanese team under Eddie Jones for their upcoming match at Wembley Stadium.
- Flannery highlighted Japan’s strong defence, noting their ability to contain an Australian team that previously scored six tries against the Springboks.
- The Springboks face a challenging European tour with five different opponents, including Japan, France, and Ireland, requiring adaptability and mental freshness.
Britain’s Prince Andrew reacts as he leaves St George’s Chapel, in Windsor Castle, after attending the Easter Mattins Service, on 31 March 2024.
UK’s Andrew ousted: King Charles’ ruthless decision and bold break with the past
- King Charles has stripped Prince Andrew of all his titles and is evicting him from his Royal Lodge home on the Windsor estate.
- This action follows years of scandals surrounding Andrew’s association with Jeffrey Epstein and the loss of Queen Elizabeth II’s protection after her death in 2022.
- Prince William is reportedly pushing for Andrew’s complete banishment from royal life, and Andrew is expected to move to the Sandringham estate.
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