- Qoro Holdings clarifies why it requested immigration documents from foreign national learners
- The decision by South Africa's largest private school group sparked concern among expatriate communities in the country
- South Africans took to social media to weigh in on Curro's explanation of the request and shared various reactions to it
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Gauteng – Curro Holdings has clarified its request for documentation from parents and guardians of foreign national learners.
curo, South Africa's largest private school groupRecently, parents and guardians of learners who are foreign nationals have been requested to submit documents confirming their immigration status.
The group asked that either a valid study visa, asylum seeker or refugee permit, proof of permanent residence or diplomatic appointment papers be submitted. This decision has raised concerns among expatriates, as there is a danger of increasing tension between locals and foreign nationals in the country.
Qrow makes his request clear
Personal Education The group has since clarified that the directive has nothing to do with anti-illegal immigrant tensions across the country, it was a compliance audit.
“The request is part of a routine and regular compliance process that Kuro regularly conducts.
“This is to ensure our records remain up to date and in line with Home Office requirements,” the school group said.
Curo noted that all schools South Africa When it comes to the immigration status of foreign learners they need to verify and maintain their current records.
Curro says checks not linked to wider strain
The private education group also noted that there was widespread tension across the country, but stressed that the request was not affected by this.
Tension has been rising in the country since March and other civil organizations and citizens are calling on undocumented foreign nationals to leave the country. march and march is Exemption given to illegal immigrants till June 30 The departure is scheduled for 2026, which is also the date of the planned national shutdown.
As many African governments begin repatriating their citizens ahead of deadlines, Qoros reassures parents that all of its students are valued by staff.
The group said, “We recognize that this is a difficult and unsettling time for some of our families, and we want them to know that every learner enrolled at a Currow school matters equally, regardless of nationality, and is valued as part of our school community.”
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South Africans react to Qrow's explanation
Social media users shared mixed reactions to Qrow's explanation of the request.
Moreshka Lebona said:
“They're protecting themselves from harsher penalties, and I think all schools should do the same.”
Favor Fola said:
“This should be in every school in the country, especially in urban areas.”
Mologadi Mantsho asked:
“How were the children admitted in the first place without verifying their legal documents?”
Stephen Tinte said:
“Landlords should take notes from CURO.”
Prisca Makuni said:
“Every child has the right to education.”
Eugene Pienaar said:
“And this should be the norm in all schools.”
There are over 253,000 foreign learners registered in South Africa
news in brief reported on it 253,000 foreign learners were enrolled In South African public schools last year.
basic education Minister Siviwe Gwarube defended equal access to education despite rising tensions in South Africa.
Gauteng has the largest share of foreign learners, with over 128,000 students, followed by South Africa. Western Cape At around 60,000.
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