Poisoned popcorn killed 2 Mpumalanga primary school pupils - report

initially reported that three children had died, based on information from the provincial education department. The department confirmed to News24 on Wednesday that two pupils died.

Mkhatshwa's sister told the publication that she complained of a stomach ache and headache when she returned home from school on Monday afternoon. Grade 1 pupil Maepa reportedly collapsed outside the school and was taken to a nearby clinic where he died. Education MEC Bonakele Majuba visited the hospital and the school on Tuesday morning, Zwane told News24 on Wednesday.Zwane said Majuba requested parents to remain calm and allow the investigation to proceed.

ForeverShakes Gosh this is so sad😢 it sounds like it was amakipkip

May their soul rest in peace!Do they even have food hygiene and health and safety certificates?Such things need to seriously considered honestly!

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