CAPE TOWN - Three hundred and sixty-five schools will remain closed in the Western Cape as the province battles harsh and disruptive weather that has so far claimed one life.
READ: Amid storm, WC's Winde urges visitors to Overberg, Helderberg & Winelands to stay in accommodation The provincial Education MEC, David Maynier, says over 132 schools have been damaged by the stormy weather. "There may be schools outside of these districts that request closure due to severe infrastructure damage or inaccessibility. This will be considered by the department on a case-by-case basis through the normal procedures for requesting school closure. Schools with the necessary permission to close will communicate directly with parents."
Cape Winelands, Overberg and Helderberg schools closed on Monday, 8 April 2024. Read statement by Western Cape Minister of Education