The North West Department of Education has been shocked to learn that an Administration Block at Kgamanyane Secondary School in Moruleng Village was gutted by fire at approximately 04:15 on Sunday, 01 March 2026.
A member of the School Governing Body who resides near the school noticed the fire in the early hours of the morning and immediately alerted the School Principal. Upon receiving the call, the School Principal promptly contacted the fire department and the police.
By the time the fire department arrived at the scene, the fire had already destroyed a significant portion of the Administration Block. Despite their prompt response, extensive damage had already been caused to offices, equipment, and important administrative records.
Areas destroyed by the fire are as follows:
- Staff room
- Food storage area
- Staff kitchen
- Ablution facilities for males and females
- Administration offices
- Sick bay
- Strong room
- Photocopiers, refrigerators, cupboards and desks
- learners books and critical school files
The Education MEC, Viola Motsumi, has expressed her deep disappointment following the fire incident at Kgamanyane Secondary School.
“This is a serious setback to the school community, and these acts are efforts which undermine education infrastructure in the province and cannot be tolerated. I want to assure the school management, learners, parents, and the broader community that the Department will provide the necessary support to ensure that teaching and learning continues without any disruption”, said MEC Motsumi.
MEC Motsumi further called on law enforcement agencies to thoroughly investigate the matter and urged community members to come forward with any information that may assist in identifying those responsible.
