02/10/2026
🔴GOVERNMENT LEARNER STATIONERY FOUND AT MAHIKENG SHOP
Government stationery meant for learners in North West schools has been found being sold at a shop in Unit 9, Mahikeng.
The materials were discovered by members of the Community Police Forum (CPF) on 30 September. Police and officials from the North West Department of Education were called to the scene, where the department confirmed that the stationery was government property.
The shop owner was arrested.
Items recovered from Jackpot Supermarket included:
📚 35 packs for Grades 10–12
📚 39 packs for Grades 4–7
📚 23 packs for Grades 1–3
📓 46 counter books
Education MEC Dr Desbo Mohono condemned the alleged sale and said government resources must reach the learners they are intended to support.