Matrics and their teachers headed back to school this morning following a one week break. Other grades are to be phased in in the following weeks. President Ramaphosa announced the break following demands from teacher unions and some parents for schools to be closed during the COVID-19 peak. It was hoped that the extra time would be used to further improve safety measures amidst the pandemic. Spokesperson for the South African Democratic Teachers Union, Nomusa Cembi, says they will be keeping a close eye on things.