Not even a year since its opening, Mayibuye High School is already grappling with a series of alleged challenges that have cast a shadow over its operations.
From allegations of unpaid salaries—reportedly occurring at least twice this year—to claims of corruption, nepotism, and an autocratic approach by the Institutional Development and Support Officer (IDSO), the school has become a focal point of concern.
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In response to these allegations, the IDSO stated:
“My responses to all these baseless allegations are in the office of the District Director. I am not allowed to engage with the media. Please contact the spokesperson. I hope the above is in order.”
According to sources, five teachers and several general workers have allegedly not received their salaries. Teachers claim they have gone unpaid for September and October, with November marking a potential third month. General workers are reportedly entering their fourth unpaid month.
A teacher, speaking to this publication on October 31, described the emotional and financial toll:
“It’s so depressing. And the IDSO doesn’t care. Whenever we ask him about our salaries, he just tells us to go borrow money and come to work.”
The teacher further questioned how borrowing money was sustainable without any income to repay it. In a previous article titled Claims of Corruption at Local High School (week ending October 31), Gauteng Department of Education spokesperson Steve
Mabona acknowledged awareness of the allegations:
“We view the matter in a serious light. We have since launched necessary investigations, and the outcome thereof will determine action to be taken.”
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Following the latest developments regarding unpaid salaries, this publication contacted Mabona again on October 31. His updated response will be included once received.
This is not the first time the school has faced such issues. In June 2025, approximately 12 teachers appointed in February and March had allegedly not been paid for three months.
At the time, Mabona attributed the delay to incomplete documentation submitted to HR:
“However, the affected teachers were informed and will be receiving their salaries before the end of July 2025,” he said.
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