North West MEC of Education Viola Motsumi visited the heartbroken family of a Grade 10 pupil from Huhudi Secondary School in Ganyesa, offering support in their grief.
On Friday, 8 August, a Grade 10 girl tragically died at a clinic near the school in the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati district.
The pupil had a medical emergency during school hours, according to preliminary reports. The principal immediately notified the pupil’s parents and called for an ambulance.
Pupil death at clinic near school
The girl’s mother arrived at the school while awaiting emergency services and, together with a teacher, transported the pupil to the nearest clinic. She sadly passed away at the clinic.
On Tuesday, senior departmental officials and representatives from local tribal authorities accompanied Motsumi to visit the family. The MEC expressed her profound condolences and offered support to the family.
North West MEC of Education Viola Motsumi visited the heartbroken family of a Grade 10 pupil from Huhudi Secondary School in Ganyesa, offering support in their grief.
On Friday, 8 August, a Grade 10 girl tragically died at a clinic near the school in the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati district.
The pupil had a medical emergency during school hours, according to preliminary reports. The principal immediately notified the pupil’s parents and called for an ambulance.
Pupil death at clinic near school
The girl’s mother arrived at the school while awaiting emergency services and, together with a teacher, transported the pupil to the nearest clinic. She sadly passed away at the clinic.
On Tuesday, senior departmental officials and representatives from local tribal authorities accompanied Motsumi to visit the family. The MEC expressed her profound condolences and offered support to the family.
“We are profoundly saddened by the untimely passing of this young learner. Our hearts go out to the family, friends, relatives, and the entire Huhudi Secondary School community during this incredibly difficult time,” said Motsumi.
“We acknowledge the immense emotional impact of this loss and encourage unity and support among all those affected.”
In response to the tragedy, the department has sent its psycho-social support unit to Huhudi Secondary School and the grieving family.
This unit will provide essential trauma counselling and support to pupils, teachers, support staff, and the family, helping them navigate their grief and trauma.
