# The Department of Basic Education has dismissed social media claims that public schools will close from 28 to 30 April 2026, calling them false. The department says teaching will continue as normal during these dates, which fall within the second school term, ahead of the Workers Day holiday on Friday. It urges parents, learners and educators to rely on official information sources. Authorities warn against misinformation, stressing all public schools are expected to remain fully operational next week nationwide.
Education Department dismisses school closure claims