POLOKWANE – The Polokwane Correctional Services recently conducted unannounced searches at Seshego High School and Monyong High School, targeting learners carrying contraband.

The operation was carried out in partnership with the Polokwane Municipality, Seshego police and Limpopo Chaplaincy.

Correctional Services communications manager, Sachiel Nemafhohoni, said that schools are not always safe as some learners bring weapons and other prohibited items.

“As a security cluster, it is our duty to work with other sister departments to reduce and eradicate the presence of contraband at schools.”

During the searches, authorities confiscated dagga, cellphones and knives from learners.

Nemafhohoni added that maintaining a visible presence at schools is critical for the safety of learners, and that teachers are also exposed to the potential danger posed by weapons.

“We aim to conduct these initiatives regularly for the safety of learners, teachers and the public,” he concluded.