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In Conversation With Bernice Loxton

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MM Rakgwale, a teacher at Makhutjisha Secondary School in Limpopo, applied for the position of principal after the vacancy was advertised. Despite being shortlisted multiple times and recommended by the School Governing Body (SGB), her appointment was repeatedly nullified by the Limpopo Department of Education. The department cited grievances related to the recruitment process, leading to the re-advertisement of the position several times. Rakgwale, who was the second-most qualified candidate, alleges that less qualified individuals were appointed instead. She filed a grievance with the Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC), which found that the department's actions constituted an unfair labour practice.
In response to Rakgwale's grievance, ELRC Commissioner Thapelo Mathekga ruled that the Limpopo Department of Education had unfairly handled the recruitment process. The department was ordered to pay Rakgwale R50,000 as compensation for the emotional distress caused by the repeated nullification of the appointment process. The ELRC emphasized that such procedural irregularities undermine the integrity of the recruitment system and sent a clear message that unfair practices would not be tolerated. This case highlights ongoing challenges within the education sector regarding transparency and fairness in teacher appointments.
17 Sep 2025 English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews

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