Violence in schools blamed on inadequate police visibility

JOHANNESBURG - The Basic Education Department is trying to improve safety in schools.

More than 280 schools in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Eastern and Western Capes, are at high risk for violence.

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In Gauteng, authorities say a lack of consistent police visibility has contributed to school violence.

eNCA senior reporter, Silindelo Masikane, filed this report.