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Collected on 1 September 2026
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Permit Application for 2026 Summer Initiation Season
Initiation school principals can apply for a permit to conduct customary initiation during the 2026 summer season. Applications must be submitted between 1 September 2026 and 2 October 2026. The permit ensures that initiation activities comply with the Customary Initiation Act and occur during official school holidays without disrupting academic terms.
The document's recorded date is 1 September 2026. Confirm on the official source.
Places
City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, Ekurhuleni, City of Tshwane
Reference
https://www.gauteng.gov.za/Media%20Advisories%20and%20Statements/Media%20Statement%20-%20%20Gauteng%20PICC%20opens%20Applications%20for%202026%20Summer%20Initiation%20Season.pdf
Closing Date
1 September 2026
applications will: • Open from 1 September 2026 and close on 2 October 2026
Report Unregistered Initiation Schools or Abuse
Members of the public can report suspected violations of the Customary Initiation Act, such as unregistered initiation schools, illegal activities, or incidents of abuse. Reports will be forwarded to law enforcement for investigation and action.
The document's recorded date is 1 September 2026. Confirm on the official source.
Members of the public and affected persons are encouraged to report suspected violations via email to Initiation@gauteng.gov.za, and all reports will be treated with the necessary attention and referred to the relevant law enforcement agencies for investigation and appropriate action.
