New schools, but they’re broken: Shoddy workmanship leaves infrastructure in a mess

Commission tells parliament that 'the permanent on-site supervision of contractors is largely absent'

28 November 2021 - 00:00

By Prega Govender

Taps embedded in concrete blocks, broken floor tiles and no ventilation in toilets are some examples of poor planning and shoddy workmanship at new schools across SA.

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