Staff Reporter
THE return to school for thousands of children in the Junior Primary segment was put on hold until further notice in anticipation of a national announcement about the COVID-19 situation to be made by President Hage Geingob on Monday afternoon.
The Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, Ester Anna Nghipondoka, in an urgent statement said the Head of State is set to update the nation about the pandemic situation in the country from State House at 14:00.
“The Ministry wishes to inform the Nation that the resumption of face-to-face classes for learners from Pre-Primary to Grade 3 is put on hold for the day,” Nghipondoka said.
The Minister said that learners who already reported to hostels should remain there until further notice.
“Further communication will be issued after the President’s announcement,” she said.
Nghipondoka said the ministry decided to pause the resumption of classes as a cautionary measure to ensure the health and safety of all staff members and learners.
