1. The DBE engages with all Provincial Education Departments (PEDs) on a regular basis, to discuss with and assist PEDs that are not performing as expected. Some of the reasons for poor performance by the two PEDs include, but not limited to the following - :
2. (a) These provinces have developed and are implementing recovery plans to mitigate against their underperformance; and these are monitored by the DBE on a regular basis. If there are cases of negligence that lead to the underperformance, these are investigated, and measures taken in line with applicable legislation and regulations.
(b) As indicated above, the DBE is already intervening and providing assistance to these provinces. Matters relating to capacity and staff turnover, are dealt with in terms of the capacitation framework; and additional capacity has also been provided to these provinces.