The DA in KZN to challenge education HOD over circular 29.

The party has described Circular 29 as unconstitutional and a threat to transparency in education, raising concerns over its potential impact on accountability within the education sector. The directive, which was introduced by Ngcobo in an effort to control visits to schools, is seen by many as a step backward for the province’s education system.

This circular, signed by Ngcobo, states that any individual—be they members of the legislature, public representatives, or the media—wishing to visit a school must request permission from either him or the school principal 30 days before the intended visit. Critics argue that this unnecessary delay could hinder timely investigations into the conditions of schools and the quality of education provided to learners, especially in disadvantaged areas.

The DA now plans to report Ngcobo to the Public Protector for what it describes as an abuse of power, citing the circular as an infringement on the public’s right to access educational institutions freely. The move is also seen as an attempt to limit scrutiny over the education department’s operations.

The DA’s Sakhile Mngadi has called for the directive to be scrapped, stressing the importance of upholding democratic principles and ensuring transparency in the management of education in the province. Mngadi has pledged to take legal action to challenge the directive and ensure that the public can continue to hold the government accountable for the quality of education in KwaZulu-Natal.

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