Debate in parliament on 'exam crisis'
Monday, November 29, 2010
In debating the motion Leader of Opposition, Botsalo Ntuane reminded the House that the opposition is in existence to ensure that the government delivers on its mandate. He pointed an accusing finger at the ministry as being responsible for the examination crisis. Ntuane said the examinations were so scandalous that they call for a commission of inquiry.
He described the education situation as a metaphor for acceptance of deteriorating standards. "Are we prepared to compromise standards for the sake of political expediency," he questioned rhetorically.
The recent Vaccination Day in Motokwe, orchestrated through collaborative efforts between UNICEF, USAID, BRCS, and the Ministry of Health, underscores a commendable stride towards fortifying child health services.The painful reality as reflected by the Ministry of Health's data regarding the decline in routine immunisation coverage since the onset of the pandemic, is a cause for concern.It underscores the urgent need to address the...