Teachers' union, DA urge Ramaphosa to rethink Bela Bill
President Cyril Ramaphosa could face legal action if he signs the Bela Bill without considering requests from the union and the DA.
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President Cyril Ramaphosa could face legal action if he signs the Bela Bill without considering requests from the union and the DA.
Critics of the bill say that it will remove all School Governing Body (SGB) powers and place the powers to govern in the hands of department heads.
The National Assembly has passed the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) Bill, which will bring about several legislative reforms in the education sector. But opponents say MPs were too hasty in signing off on last-minute amendments.
The BELA Bill passed in the National Assembly with 223 votes in favor. It now awaits President Ramaphosa's assent.
The Basic Education Law Amendment Bill (Bela Bill) has made a good start with an evidence-based and consultation-driven approach.