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An investigation is under way into allegations of queerphobia and discrimination at DF Malan High School in Bellville, said Education MEC Debbie Schäfer.
The majority of voters in the ward are in Steinkopf, said Sussman. Sussman described Steinkopf as a “poor community, with a high level of unemployment” and very few economic opportunities. Being progressive and a younger candidate, Sussman believes Balie “is going to try and appeal to youth voters”. According to Sussman, the ANC used South African soap actors to win over Nama Khoi voters in a by-election a few years ago. This move helped “swing” the ward from the DA to the ANC — making it clear that soap actors and actresses certainly have currency in this region, he said. ...