Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane, has expressed shock at the deaths of four learners from Eqinisweni Secondary School in Ivory Park, East of Johannesburg.
All the learners reportedly committed suicide by drinking poison at home between April 26th and this past Sunday.
In the most recent incident, a Grade 12 girl learner allegedly drank poison at home and died while being transported to a nearby clinic.
Gauteng Education Spokesperson, Steve Mabona, said a psycho-social support team has been dispatched to the school.
“The Department urges all learners to utilize the structures and resources we have made available. In the event of any challenge they are facing, they must interact with Childline, which can be reached at 116, it’s a free call. Learners can also interact with the South African Depression and Anxiety Group at 0800 567 567.”
