WATCH: TIYELELANI PRINCIPAL SUSPENDED AFTER SCHOOL CHAOS!

Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, has confirmed the immediate suspension of Tiyelelani Secondary School principal for having failed to take actions that could have prevented the chaotic atmosphere that erupted in Soshanguve on Tuesday.

The MEC called for calm following class disruptions at Tiyelelani Secondary School and surrounding schools in Soshanguve, Tshwane.

Reports indicate that learners embarked on a protest on Tuesday during schooling hours, moving between schools in the Block L area of Soshanguve, which led to disruptions and property damage.

Sadly, one learner was injured and subsequently rushed to a nearby clinic for medical attention.

“The department is aware of the serious allegations, which led to learners protesting,” the department said in a statement.

The protests follows allegations of an educator who sexually assaulted a learner, and a bus driver who has an inappropriate relationship with a girl learner.

It is also alleged that the school principal failed to act on these allegations after they were reported to him by learners.

“The GDE views these allegations in a serious light and has since launched an urgent enquiry to establish the facts which will guide on the appropriate action.

“The police are also investigating these allegations. We believe that this action will play a significant role in stabilising the school environment and allow for an impartial process.”

The acting Deputy Principal has been assigned to assist with the day-to-day running of the school, supported by district officials.

“We can confirm that Grade 12 learners were able to complete their Accounting preliminary examination under strict protection measures. “Our officials, and law enforcement agencies remain on the ground to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all learners,” the department added.

“We are determined to act in the best interest of learners at Tiyelelani Secondary School and surrounding schools. Allegations of misconduct by educators or any employee even those from our service providers will be subjected to disciplinary processes,” said MEC Chiloane.

“Teaching and learning must continue without disruption, especially during this crucial time when matriculants are busy with their preliminary examinations.”