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‘A subject so grave it must surely top the ‘to do list’ of the President. Alas no. He
gives credence instead to the notoriously retrogressive SA Democratic Teachers’ Union
(SADTU) backed by that ever-grasping dalliance partner, Cosatu. Over the past five
years SADTU has the dubious distinction of topping the list of days lost through strike
action. Of all working days lost in this period, 42 percent were incurred by our
infamous teachers’ union.
The future of South Africa lies in the hands of the youth of the nation. The key to that
event lies in the education of that youth. The success of that endeavour depends on
teachers being at school to teach and having the moral obligation and incentive to
teach. Finally, the government having the will to prioritise education above all else.
That scenario seems too simple. Perhaps those entrusted to execute these plans have
a greedier and more devilish agenda?’
‘Stepping Stones’ by Bryan Britton published in the USA in 2012
Copyright © 2012 ISBN: Softcover 978-1-4797-4728-3 E-book 978-1-4797-4729-0
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