TVET College in Tlharihani in Poor Condition Limpopo Premier
TVET College in Tlharihani in Poor Condition Limpopo Premier. Dr. Phophi Ramathuba, Limpopo premier, has expressed serious concerns over the deteriorating conditions at Tlharihani TVET College in Bolobedu following four students’ sexual assaults and robberies. The Premier has promised to escalate the matter to the Minister of Higher Education, Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane, for immediate action.
Urgent Call for Government Intervention
After the recent attack on four students by an unidentified suspect, who is still on the loose, Ramathuba personally assessed the situation at the college on Tuesday. Students safety and the institution security measures have been raised as a result of this tragic event.
Ramathuba emphasized in an interview on Capricorn Talk that remaining passive on this issue would only perpetuate victimization of female students at Tlharihani TVET College. To prevent further cases of gender-based violence (GBV) on campus, urgent action is needed.
Commitment to Student Support and Safety
In spite of the fact that the attack cannot be reversed, Ramathuba said the focus is now on continuing to support the affected students. In addition to ensuring their mental and emotional well-being, we must implement stronger protective measures to prevent similar cases from occurring in the future.
Aside from that, the Premier pointed out that the college current condition is inadequate for accommodating students. Due to its small size and limited resources, the institution is unable to provide a safe living and learning environment. Additionally, she pointed out that a single security officer is not enough to protect students from such dangers.
Addressing Gender-Based Violence in Higher Education
The incident at Tlharihani TVET College highlights the issue of gender-based violence in higher education institutions as a whole. Continuing to advocate for safer learning environments, Ramathuba urged authorities and stakeholders to enhance security measures at both private and public colleges.
The Way Forward
Premier decision to involve Minister of Higher Education indicates a strong push for immediate reforms. In TVET institutions across the region, stakeholders are expected to discuss improving security infrastructure, increasing law enforcement presence, and improving student accommodations.
Conclusion
As the investigation into the attack continues, the government and higher education authorities must take decisive steps to protect students and prevent such tragedies from happening again. The safety and well-being of students should remain a top priority in shaping the future of education in South Africa
