‘Slap’ principal gets suspended and charged

The principal who was caught on camera slapping pupils at Bopedi Bapedi Secondary school has been suspended and charged by the Limpopo Department of Education.

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The department said the incident was confirmed before action was taken.

“The departmental team has now completed investigations and disciplinary action is being undertaken against Mr Maesela.” 

“Informed by the seriousness of the alleged transgression, he was served with a letter of precautionary suspension from duty and charged with misconduct for administering corporal punishment to learners”, read a statement from the department.

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The male teacher is seen slapping pupils in the class, one by one as they take turns.

The department said it would not hesitate to take actions against teachers who still use corporal punishment.

“Corporal punishment is outlawed in our schools and no longer plays a part in the disciplining of learners.”

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