Indeed, we are in agreement that in the context and environment in which we are working, instead of having a harsh approach of policing and harassing, you would rather have a gentle, caring approach, because most of the problems are social ones. We have to deal with them in a constructive way which will keep alive the trust between you and the learners. This will mean that even if they drop out, they would feel comfortable enough to come back to school again. We have a very caring and constructive approach. That is what the hon Mpontshane said. This requires an integrated approach between us and Social Development.
Community members and adults also have a responsibility towards children, because it takes a village to bring up a child. We as adults and the whole village should play the roles that we are able to, encouraging and supporting the kids and making sure that they go to school. Policing is the last resort, particularly if the life of a child seems to be in danger. This is where you would bring in policing, with the aim of protecting children and not harming them even further.
Reasons for withdrawal of support for 2020 Olympic Games bid
43. Mr G P D Mackenzie (Cope) asked the Minister of Sport and Recreation:
What were the reasons that led to his department withdrawing its support for a South African city to bid for the 2020 Olympic Games?