Protest Erupts at Soshanguve School over Learner Assaults

Protest erupts at Soshanguve school over learner assaults

Soshanguve community members accused of assaulting pupils with sjamboks

Police are investigating an incident in which pupils were allegedly beaten with sjamboks for arriving late, reportedly under instruction from the school.

Pupils attacked by community for arriving late at Soshanguve school

A case of assault has been opened after a disturbing incident at Soshanguve South Secondary School on Monday, when community members allegedly stormed the school premises and physically attacked pupils for arriving late.

Residents beat learners with sjamboks for being late

By Doreen Mokgolo Community members allegedly overpowered guards and stormed the school, beating late learners and threatening officials. The education department and student leaders condemned the attack, calling for an urgent police investigation. Learners at Soshanguve South Secondary School were beaten with sjamboks by members of the community for arriving late on Monday. The Gauteng Department of Education said the group forced its way pas…