Schools in Cape Town are reportedly turning to drastic measures to protect their property, with some paying protection money to criminals to avoid vandalism and theft. According to Basil Manuel of the National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa, the issue is largely hidden—but may be more widespread than currently known. 

Guest: Basil Manuel: Executive Director, National Professional Teachers' Organisation of SA (Naptosa)

<p>Schools in Cape Town are reportedly turning to drastic measures to protect their property, with some paying protection money to criminals to avoid vandalism and theft. According to Basil Manuel of the National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa, the issue is largely hidden&mdash;but may be more widespread than currently known.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Guest: Basil Manuel: Executive Director, National Professional Teachers' Organisation of SA (Naptosa)</p>

THE MORNING BRIEF

Schools in Cape Town are reportedly turning to drastic measures to protect their property, with some paying protection money to criminals to avoid vandalism and theft