Public input on the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill (also known as the BELA Bill) in its current form has been a contentious one.The Bill seeks to, among other things, make Grade R compulsory, abolish corporal punishment, create financial and accountability frameworks for governing bodies and provincial departments, and give the government control over the admission and language policies of schools.Despite still not being signed into law by President Ramaphosa, the BELA bill has already faced widespread criticism from opposition political parties and civic groups. The 2023 BELA has since been handed over to the NCOP who will be holding their own public engagement processes on the recent iteration of the BELA.Dr Lydia-Anne Plaatjies, Director of Active Citizenship, joins us on the line now

Public input on the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill (also known as the BELA Bill) in its current form has been a contentious one.The Bill seeks to, among other things, make Grade R compulsory, abolish corporal punishment, create financial and accountability frameworks for governing bodies and provincial departments, and give the government control over the admission and language policies of schools.Despite still not being signed into law by President Ramaphosa, the BELA bill has already faced widespread criticism from opposition political parties and civic groups. The 2023 BELA has since been handed over to the NCOP who will be holding their own public engagement processes on the recent iteration of the BELA.Dr Lydia-Anne Plaatjies, Director of Active Citizenship, joins us on the line now

‘Views and News with Clarence Ford’ shares and reflects a broad array of different perspectives. The show is inspirational, passionate and positive. Clarence and the team aim to leave listeners feeling both motivated and empowered.

Known for his love of jazz and a good game of golf, Clarrie brings his unique flavour to this show. Some new features include ‘Heritage Hour’ every Wednesday between 10 and 11 am, The Masterclass on Fridays at 11 am as well as a segment exploring music trivia. Another new addition is ‘The Unexplained’ segment on Mondays at 10:35. Fan favourite ‘The Naked Scientist’ will continue on Fridays at 9:30 am.

Listen to Views and News with Clarence Ford, weekdays 9 to 12 am on 567 medium wave (AM) or streaming online at www.capetalk.co.za.

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‘Views and News with Clarence Ford’ shares and reflects a broad array of different perspectives. The show is inspirational, passionate and positive. Clarence and the team aim to leave listeners feeling both motivated and empowered.
Known for his love of jazz and a good game of golf, Clarrie brings his unique flavour to this show. Some new features include ‘Heritage Hour’ every Wednesday between 10 and 11 am, The Masterclass on Fridays at 11 am as well as a segment exploring music trivia. Another new addition is ‘The Unexplained’ segment on Mondays at 10:35. Fan favourite ‘The Naked Scientist’ will continue on Fridays at 9:30 am.
Listen to Views and News with Clarence Ford, weekdays 9 to 12 am on 567 medium wave (AM) or streaming online at www.capetalk.co.za.
#JoinTheConversation Follow Clarence on Twitter: @clarenceford1

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