The paradox of the reopening of schools under the lockdown – An exposure of the continued inequalities within the South African educational sector: A theological decolonial view

The arrival of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in South Africa was responded to by a lockdown, which barred people from moving out their homes unless for serious and stipulated reasons government. Amongst other things, one the most remarkable repercussions lockdown closing educational system. call reopen public schools Minister Basic Education after almost 2 months brought contestations different sects life, instance, labour unions, parents School Governing Body (SGB) representatives. Mistrust suspicions developed amongst parents, SGB’s unions Department as result. This has seen certain political parties lodging court cases against reopening decision. likely be protracted battle issue is between life education. aim this research discover if these are good school children or there another underlying issue. Contribution: article unveils important Africans regarding shaping future through weapon. help open our eyes make awareness where democracy done well it still lacking.