CTVE students to resume classes

Monday, June 20, 2022 | 270 Views |

FCTVE students at a peaceful demonstration PIC: LESEDI MKHUTSHWA

FRANCISTOWN: After a week of boycotting classes, Francistown College of Technical and Vocational Education (FCTVE) student body president, Mmilili Maphakwane says they will be returning to class today (Monday).

Last week Tuesday, FCTVE students embarked on a four-day peaceful demonstration accusing the institution’s management of bad leadership. During the peaceful demonstration, the students issued a written petition for the principal to step down.

Amongst their many concerns were lack of accommodation, shortage of lecturers and protective clothing and other equipment for projects.

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