22 October 2009

The IFP in Gauteng has condemned the actions of South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU) members in Soweto, who abandoned their class rooms as part of 'go-slow' today. 

Sadtu's 'go-slow' was called due to a salary dispute and comes only days before learners are to write their final exams. 

"We appeal to SADTU members in Soweto to prioritise our children's education, because they are the future of this country.  Teachers cannot preach commitment and discipline to their learners when they do not lead by example. The IFP believes that this go-slow calls into question the professional integrity of these Sadtu teachers," said Petros Sithole, the IFP's Gauteng Chairperson. 

The IFP would like to wish all Gauteng learners the best of luck for their 2009 final exam, especially the grade 12 learners.