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Vhembe schools advised not to reopen on Wednesday

Limpopo schools prioritize safety amid Level 9 weather warning

By Staff Reporter • 13 January 2026
Vhembe schools advised not to reopen on Wednesday

Department advises schools in Limpopo's Vhembe and Mopani districts not to reopen tomorrow due to torrential rain and a Level 9 weather warning. This decision prioritizes safety, as widespread flooding makes many schools inaccessible and poses significant risks to students and staff. The Department of Education will provide updates on reopening.

Public schools in the Vhembe and Mopani districts are advised not to reopen on Wednesday, 14 January, as originally scheduled, due to the torrential rain that has fallen over the area in recent days.

The Limpopo Department of Education issued a statement late on Tuesday, 13 January, announcing the change in schedule for the two affected districts. The decision follows a Level 9 warning issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS) for Wednesday.

According to SAWS, the severe ...

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