Minister Of Basic Education Demands Justice For Cwecwe

Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube has taken a strong stance on the horrifying case of a seven-year-old girl, Cwecwe.

Cwecwe was allegedly raped at Bergview College in Matatiele, Eastern Cape.

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Gwarube voiced her outrage at the ongoing violence against children in schools, stressing the need for urgent action and justice.

Call To Action

Gwarube emphasized that schools should be sanctuaries for learning and safety for all children, noting that it is unacceptable for any child to face the threat of assault in such environments.

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She advocated for stricter vetting procedures for individuals working with children.

Gwarube also, expressed commitment to taking legislative action in a bid to ensure comprehensive background checks are conducted on anyone who interacts with children in the education system.

Approaches To Curb GBV

The minister acknowledged that the struggle against violence towards women and children cannot be won through government efforts alone.

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“It has to be a whole-of-society approach. But what we will not do is be quiet. We will stare this scourge down,” she stated.

Gwarube’s commitment to creating safe places for all children has been echoed by various organizations, including the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation, which has called for justice for CwecweMinister of Basic Education Demands Justice for Cwecwe.

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