Our members were overwhelmingly against the immediate opening of schools. It is well known that women form the majority of teachers handling the Early Childhood Development classes. We resolved to give a 90-day allowance for the government beginning now, to put in place health and safety measures for teachers and learners before schools can be re-opened. Our 90-day grace period affords ample time for the State to put in place health and safety measures that will make it possible for a conducive learning environment for our teachers and learners. It is the duty of Kewota to ensure the welfare of its members, who are frontline workers on duty when schools re-open.

Source: Standard Digital May 29, 2020 19:41 UTC