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David Maynier

David Maynier

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David Maynier is the Western Cape's education MEC, known for advocating for teachers and addressing educational challenges in the province. Recently, he announced the addition of 477 new teacher posts to accommodate a growing number of students, despite previous budget cuts that resulted in the non-reappointment of 2,407 contract teachers.

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David Maynier is the Western Cape education MEC who discussed the filling of teacher posts despite budget cuts.

Western Cape fills 477 teacher posts after cutting 2 407 contract positions last year – The Mail & Guardian
Mail & Guardian·South AfricaSouth Africa· 2025-03-25
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