The Foundation is concerned that the BELA Bill was passed by Parliament as the Bill will infringe upon the right to education in an official language of your choice.
The FW de Klerk Foundation notes the passing of the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill by the National Council of Provinces with significant amendments adopted, addressing critical concerns highlighted during the rigorous public consultations.
The FW de Klerk Foundation expresses its concerns regarding the BELA Bill’s imminent adoption, citing concerns about its funding implications and potential impact on the quality of education.
The FW de Klerk Foundation has submitted comprehensive and detailed concerns regarding the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill to the Western Cape Provincial Parliament, highlighting critical constitutional considerations.
The FW de Klerk Foundation’s submission regarding the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill to the Western Cape Provincial Parliament.
In light of recent discussions surrounding the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill (“BELA Bill”), the FW de Klerk Foundation takes note of recent reports concerning corruption within some School Governing Bodies (“SGBs”).
On 6 February 2024, the National Council of Provinces met to decide whether to grant the Western Cape Provincial Parliament’s request for an extension of the period for comments and hearings related to the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill.
The Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill (also known as the “BELA Bill”) has sparked intense debate and scrutiny across South Africa.
The Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill (BELA Bill) was passed by Parliament’s first house, the National Assembly on 26 October 2023. It is now before the second house, the National Council of Provinces and is currently open for written submissions. The FW de Klerk Foundation expresses its concerns about the BELA Bill.
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FW de Klerk Foundation
129 Hatfield Street, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa
+27 (0) 21 930 36 22
info@fwdeklerk.org
NPO number – 031-061
PBO number – 930004278
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Privacy Policy
