DA warns of another learner placement crisis in Gauteng [SOUND]

# The DA says Gauteng could face another learner placement crisis if school applications are not opened earlier. According to the party, the Gauteng Department of Education should open applications for the 2027 school year by April and keep them open until September. The DA’s Sergio Isa Dos Santos says this would give the department enough time to process applications, resolve placement problems and fix technical issues before schools reopen: