Ministry looks to cut temporary teaching posts

Grace Muzila
Grace Muzila

The Ministry of Basic Education (MoBE) says plans are afoot to create more permanent posts for teachers who are currently employed on temporary basis.

Addressing school heads at the ongoing National Primary School Heads Conference in Gaborone, MoBE's permanent secretary, Grace Muzila said efforts are being made to reduce the number of temporary teachers, by creating more permanent vacancies.

However, Muzila pointed out that the ministry will not completely do away with employing temporary teachers due to openings created by maternity cases and teachers who secure opportunities for further studies.

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