ZAA principal at Montshiwa Primary School in Johannesburg, Selinah Moloi, has lost her appeal against her dismissal due to alleged financial misconduct. The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) fired her after an arbitration tribunal ruled she misused over R835,000 from the school's funds between 2023 and 2024. Investigators found she made unauthorized cash withdrawals without proper documentation and exceeded petty cash limits. While Moloi claimed the money was used for legitimate school needs like maintenance and events, she could not provide any proof. She argued she was unfairly dismissed during the pandemic and lacked training in financial management. However, the GDE stated she should have been aware of internal policies and that principals must adhere to strict financial rules. Her own witness, the school’s governing body chair, ultimately acknowledged the withdrawals were unacceptable.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of both sides of the dispute. It reports on the allegations against Moloi and the GDE's response without overtly favoring either side. The framing remains neutral, focusing on the legal and procedural aspects rather than taking a clear ideological stance. The
