08/06/2026
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Parents Raise Concerns Over Alleged Learner Treatment at Mukula High School, Call for Department Intervention
Concerns have been raised over alleged challenges at Mukula High School, with a parent calling for intervention from the Department of Education.
The parent, who requested to remain anonymous, claimed that there are serious issues at the school that require urgent attention from relevant authorities.
According to the parent, a Grade 10 learner was allegedly prevented from writing a Xitsonga examination after missing school due to illness. The learner reportedly visited a doctor and returned with a medical letter as proof of being unwell, but was still allegedly not allowed to write the assessment by the teacher involved.
The parent expressed concern that language subjects play an important role in a learner’s academic progression and that learners should be given an opportunity to complete their assessments, especially when valid reasons for absence are provided.
“This is not an isolated case. The school needs intervention from the department because learners’ futures are at stake,” the parent said.
The allegations come after other concerns were raised regarding Grade 12 learners at the same school being allegedly prevented from writing June examinations.
The Department of Education has not yet responded to the allegations. Giyani View will provide updates once more information is available.