Minister visits schools to stop bullying
The deputy minister in the presidency for planning monitoring and evaluation, Pinky Kekana, who was born and raised in Bela-Bela visited Matamela Ramaphosa Secondary School and Bela-Bela High School on Tuesday 12 March.
The school visit is part of the back-to-school and anti-bullying campaign of the Department of Education. Kekana’s message was strong and clear and that is to make our schools safer by supporting those learners who are victims of bullying behavior.
She encouraged the learners to speak up whenever they felt unsafe.
“We say no to bully behavior and a resounding yes to education,” said Kekana. “If you have a problem, share it with someone you trust, so that we can help you because you have the right to a bright future.”
Kekana’s visit to Matamela Ramaphosa Secondary School and Bela-Bela High School underscored the importance of creating safer learning environments through the Department of Education but in conjunction with parents, educators, and other learners. Kekana emphasized the pivotal role of speaking up to ensure the safety and well-being of the learners.
As we embrace the bright future of these students, it is imperative to foster a culture where concerns are shared, trust is built, and support is readily available.
