Calls to shut down schools, not taverns, defy logic

Truth is, schools are regulated and controlled environments and the pandemic can be fought better in there

25 June 2021 - 11:07
By Sebongile Galekhutle

Having been in teaching for many years has led me to believe that schools are the safest places for children to be. Township life is not easy as there are no recreational facilities for young ones and it’s only in schools where we can have children playing and getting into meaningful discussions.

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