Updated Lauren Beukes Share this: We're expected to get more clarity on the state of readiness ahead of the re-opening of schools amid the COVID-19 pandemic when Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga briefs the nation this morning. iStock There have been reservations from unions, including Congress of South African Students (COSAS) who has called on the Department to delay the opening. But this KZN parent says she has no problem sending her children back to school. Bluff mom of three, Kim Bowes says she trusts her children who are all in high school - to practise the safety measures she has taught them.