Mental stress, unplaced learners and illegal registration fees plagues start of 2021 academic year

It has been mixed reactions from students, parents and teachers alike, as today saw thousands of South African children return to their classrooms. As is the beginning of every academic year, the education sector faces many challenges, this year has been no different and Covid-19 has exacerbated the already stressful situation. From overcrowded schools to illegal registration fees at public schools, the school year has barely begun.

Online we chat to Dr Yusuf Lalkhen, Naptosa's Basil Manuel, Abdul Kareem Matthews of #saveourchildren