DocumentOngoingMedia statement

Massive Improvement Attendance Western Cape Schools

Western Cape - Transport and Public WorksRef: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/article/massive-improvement-attendance-western-cape-schools

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Source domain: westerncape.gov.za

Collected on 8 September 2026

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What this means

This is a media statement from the Western Cape Government announcing a significant improvement in school attendance, with 89% of learners present in schools across the province. It appeals to parents to continue sending their children to school and warns against spreading unverified information, particularly false claims about strikes. The statement highlights ongoing challenges in reaching normal attendance levels and emphasizes the need to prevent further disruption to teaching and learning.

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public engagement opportunityOngoing

School attendance participation

Parents and guardians are encouraged to ensure their children attend school regularly, especially after recent disruptions due to misinformation and strikes. The government is appealing for full return to normal attendance levels.

Who it is for: parents and guardians of learners in Western Cape schools
How to act on it: Ensure children attend school daily; avoid acting on unverified information about school closures or strikes.

The document's recorded date is 15 August 2023. Confirm on the official source.

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We thank all those parents who responded to our call to bring their children back to school.

Facts

Places

Western Cape

Reference

https://www.westerncape.gov.za/article/massive-improvement-attendance-western-cape-schools

Key Takeaways

15 August 2023
89%
1 074 649 learners
Western Cape
SANTACO-WC
fake news
minibus taxi strike
Kerry Mauchline
David Maynier
Kerry Mauchline
David Maynier
SANTACO-WC
Western Cape Education Department
Western Cape Ministry of Education
Western Cape Government