A significant number of South African school staff screened between March 2024 and February 2025 have been flagged for criminal activity, including violent and sexual offence. This is according to  to a report from background screening provider TPN. The report, which reviewed thousands of educators, coaches, administrative workers and grounds staff across SA schools, showed that one in 34 had a criminal record. Education experts warn the problem remains deeply entrenched and dangerous. FSakina Kamwendo spoke to Ashleigh Laurent who is the Legal Council at TPN; which is a a background screening provider.