News24 | MKP in class? KZN principal faces probe for allegedly forcing staff, pupils into political activities

News24 | MKP in class? KZN principal faces probe for allegedly forcing staff, pupils into political activities

A KwaZulu-Natal primary school principal is in hot water after he allegedly forced teachers to wear MK Party (MKP) regalia and engage in political activities during school hours.

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The MEC said the principal has tendered an apology, but the apology would not stop the department conducting an investigation.

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By Lungile Ntimba  KwaZulu-Natal education MEC Sipho Hlomuka has reaffirmed the fundamental values of education, emphasising that schools must remain neutral and free from political influence and interference.  He was speaking at Shakaskraal Primary School in the iLembe District following allegations of intimidation by the school principal, who coerced staff into wearing political regalia or face dismissal. “We as a department we will not tolera…

MK candidate in hiding after losing election

By Celani Sikhakhane A former MKP candidate says she’s being hunted by iSikebhe after failing to win by-election. The community forum wants her to return the R18,600 they gave for her campaign. Ellen Zanele Malinga, the former Umkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) candidate for Ward 16 in the Inkosi Mtubatuba Local Municipality, says she’s fearing for her life. Malinga claims the community forum iSikebhe is after her because she failed to win the by-el…