Minister Nkoana-Mashabane to embark on a Back-to-School campaign in Winterveldt

19th January 2017

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane will on Friday, 20 January 2016, embark on a Back-to-School campaign in the Winterveldt. Government has identified education and skills development among its apex priorities, and the support of schools and learners, particularly those in rural and underprivileged communities, is of utmost importance. Minister Nkoana-Mashabane will speak to parents, teachers and learners to offer them encouragement and donate several necessities.

Media are invited as follows:
Date   : Friday, 20 January 2017
Time  : 10:00-16:00
Venue: Winterveldt, Tshwane


Session 1
10:00-10:15  Briefing at the Provincial Committee Office (PCO)

Session 2
10:15-12:50  Minister Nkoana-Mashabane to visit four (4) best performing Secondary Schools in Winterveldt, i.e.

The Minister will address Grade 11 and 12 pupils and donate school shoes to three (3) Primary Schools.

Session 3
14:00-16:00  Minister Nkoana-Mashabane will hold a meeting with provincial governance stakeholders and regional and provincial political leadership to address challenges facing Winterveldt.

RSVPmlangenir@dirco.gov.za and rachidis@dirco.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr Nelson Kgwete, 076 431 3078