Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Pupil dies after "eating biscuits from spaza shop"

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A grade 1 pupil from Mandlethu Primary School in Tsakane, Brakpan, has died, allegedly after eating
biscuits bought from a spaza shop. The Gauteng department of education said the learner died on
school premises. Phemelo speaks to Gauteng Education MEC Spokesperson, Xolani Mkhwemte
about the incident and we also get an update on the school placements in the province. Fleurhof
Community Leader, Selby Leshaba gives us an update on issues surrounding the placement of pupils
in the affected community.
6 Feb 2024 3PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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