1. (a) (i) and (ii)
The suspension of Hill High School principal was as a result of the alleged financial mismanagement of the school funds. The principal was found guilty and sanctioned to suspension without pay and subsequently returned to work after completing the suspension.
(b) The allegation levelled against him was financial mismanagement of the school funds.
2. (a) Yes, an investigation was undertaken by the Gauteng Department of Education. (b) and (c) An internal investigation was conducted and concluded within 60 days.
3. (a) The principal of the school and the Department were the only parties involved.
(b) and (c) The matter was investigated internally and therefore no costs were incurred by the Department.