In order to save South Africa’s economy, as well as education in the country, it is necessary for the ANC government to be prepared to stiffen its back against Cosatu and trade unions such as SADTU.
That is why the FF Plus welcomes the intention of the ANC to have education declared as an essential service and in this manner stop strikes in education. It is the first step toward greater discipline and more responsibility in education. The unprofessional behaviour of teachers who go on strike shortly before exams is inexcusable and clearly does not put the interests of learners first.
The FF Plus will support measures which would curb strikes in education as a first step in reducing the abnormally great power that trade unions have in South Africa.
Dr. Pieter Mulder
FF Plus leader
