Makhandlela to take legal action

"What I can say about all this is how disappointed I am after working tirelessly for the Ministry of Education and the government and being sent packing like a herdman," he said. "My work record is there for all to see and I have never been brought before a disciplinary hearing for any offence," he added.

He said that the permanent secretary, Ruth Maphorisa 'rudely' called him from Mokobeng Village where he was visiting schools. Upon arriving at the ministry head office, he was given the letter of retirement signed by the permanent secretary to the President, Eric Molale, with no reason stated for this action.