ActionSA calls for the immediate suspension of the principal of Port Alfred High School, who allegedly sexually harassed a teacher, and the dismissal of the Eastern Cape MEC for Education as the two-year cover-up continues to deny justice to the victim and leaves the school under the ongoing leadership of a predator.
Shockingly, the Eastern Cape Department of Education continues to take no action following the May 2024 ruling by the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration (CCMA), which found that the principal, Mr. Adams, engaged in conduct that was “unwelcome and of a sexual nature“. Importantly, the CCMA also declared that “there was sexual harassment” and ordered a full investigation.
Despite this damning ruling, the Eastern Cape Department of Education has failed to suspend Mr. Adams or initiate any necessary disciplinary measures as ordered by the CCMA. Moreover, with a criminal case now open, the urgency for immediate action has never been more urgent.
The Eastern Cape Department of Education’s blatant failure to prioritise the safety of learners and educators at Port Alfred High School is deeply concerning. Despite persistent appeals from the school community, the department has allowed the principal to remain in his position, reflecting a shocking disregard for accountability and a disturbing abuse of power.
ActionSA consequently approached the Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, on 18 September 2024, requesting her to intervene and direct the Eastern Cape Department of Education to end its ongoing inaction. In what can only be described as an act of defiance, the provincial department disregarded the Minister’s appeals for immediate action. It is clear that, by acting in defiance of the CCMA’s order and the Minister’s directive, the provincial department is protecting a sexual predator and undermining the safety and well-being of both learners and educators.
ActionSA joins calls for the immediate suspension of the principal, pending a full investigation and for the immediate dismissal of Eastern Cape MEC for Education, Fundile David Gade, whose inaction has perpetuated an environment where sexual misconduct bears no consequences.
ActionSA urges South Africans to stand with the victim and the Port Alfred High School community by signing the petition here: Suspend and Investigate Port Alfred High School Principal for Alleged Sexual Harassment
ActionSA Condemns Rogue Eastern Cape Education Department for Covering Up Sexual Harassment at Port Alfred High School
ActionSA calls for the immediate suspension of the principal of Port Alfred High School, who allegedly sexually harassed a teacher, and the dismissal of the Eastern Cape MEC for Education as the two-year cover-up continues to deny justice to the victim and leaves the school under the ongoing leadership of a predator.
Shockingly, the Eastern Cape Department of Education continues to take no action following the May 2024 ruling by the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration (CCMA), which found that the principal, Mr. Adams, engaged in conduct that was “unwelcome and of a sexual nature“. Importantly, the CCMA also declared that “there was sexual harassment” and ordered a full investigation.
Despite this damning ruling, the Eastern Cape Department of Education has failed to suspend Mr. Adams or initiate any necessary disciplinary measures as ordered by the CCMA. Moreover, with a criminal case now open, the urgency for immediate action has never been more urgent.
The Eastern Cape Department of Education’s blatant failure to prioritise the safety of learners and educators at Port Alfred High School is deeply concerning. Despite persistent appeals from the school community, the department has allowed the principal to remain in his position, reflecting a shocking disregard for accountability and a disturbing abuse of power.
ActionSA consequently approached the Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, on 18 September 2024, requesting her to intervene and direct the Eastern Cape Department of Education to end its ongoing inaction. In what can only be described as an act of defiance, the provincial department disregarded the Minister’s appeals for immediate action. It is clear that, by acting in defiance of the CCMA’s order and the Minister’s directive, the provincial department is protecting a sexual predator and undermining the safety and well-being of both learners and educators.
ActionSA joins calls for the immediate suspension of the principal, pending a full investigation and for the immediate dismissal of Eastern Cape MEC for Education, Fundile David Gade, whose inaction has perpetuated an environment where sexual misconduct bears no consequences.
ActionSA urges South Africans to stand with the victim and the Port Alfred High School community by signing the petition here: Suspend and Investigate Port Alfred High School Principal for Alleged Sexual Harassment