South Africa: Protocol to Improve Safety in Schools

South Africa: Protocol to Improve Safety in Schools

[SAnews.gov.za] When schools are unsafe, when learners, educators and support staff live in fear, it robs learners of the very essence of learning and development, says Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.

OUR CHILDREN DESERVE SAFE SCHOOLS, SAYS POLICE MINISTER

Thu 26 June 2025:  “Our country’s future rests in the hands of our children. And as parents, first and foremost, we all desire the same thing – that our children live good, meaningful lives. We know that a solid education is the foundation of that good life,” said Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. Mchunu was speaking […]

New safety protocols welcomed amid rising violence in South African schools

By Johnathan Paoli Parliament’s portfolio committees on basic education and police have welcomed the recent signing of a Collaborative Implementation Protocol on School Safety as a significant move in addressing the growing crisis of school violence in South Africa. Basic Education Portfolio Committee chairperson Joy Maimela described the initiative as a “bold step” in responding to the worsening safety situation in education environments. “The …

Protocol to improve safety in schools

When schools are unsafe, when learners, educators and support staff live in