Chiloane Orders Probe Into Wall Collapse After Tragic Death of Daveyton Primary School Learner
In light of the seriousness of the incident, GED MEC Chiloane said the Department will appoint an independent investigation to establish the full circumstances surrounding the wall collapse.
Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane says a law firm will be appointed to conduct an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the wall collapse at Lerutle Primary School in Daveyton, Ekurhuleni which resulted in the tragic death of a Grade 3 Pupil.
The incident happened last week during school break when the wall fell onto six pupils who were injured and taken to hospital where sadly the Gr3 learner known as Lwazi Motuse, was pronounced dead while the others were treated for their injuries.
Chiloane visited the grieving family of Motuse (8) on Monday 30 March in Daveyton where he extended his condolences and pledged his support.
In light of the seriousness of the incident, Chiloane said the Department will appoint an independent investigation to establish the full circumstances surrounding the wall collapse.
The Gauteng Department of Education has continued to provide psycho-social support to affected learners, educators, and the bereaved family. The Department also confirmed that all other learners who were injured in the incident have since been discharged from hospital.
“We convey our sincerest condolences to the bereaved family. We remain committed to supporting the family and the entire Lerutle Primary School community during this deeply difficult time,” said MEC Chiloane.
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