Thousands of Gauteng learners are reportedly without transport after the provincial education department failed to pay scholar‑transport operators.  The Democratic Alliance says at least 20 schools are affected, with operators reporting they have not received payments for more than three months, breaching  a 30‑day contract term.  The Gauteng Small Bus Operators' Council says the Department of Roads and Transport has also not issued required permits, prompting many operators to suspend services. DA Shadow MEC for Education Sergio Isa Dos Santos says the situation has cost learners valuable school time and left parents in distress. Elvis Presslin spoke to DA Shadow MEC for Education Sergio Isa Dos Santos