Panyaza Lesufi condemns attack at Parktown Boys High

Gauteng’s Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi has denounced a violent incident involving two male pupils at Parktown Boys High School. The secondary learning institution just can’t seem to stay off this news – this time, a learner at the school is seen wildly attacking a fellow pupil, by the tuckshop area.

This is alleged to have occurred on Thursday afternoon, 8 April 2021.

In a short statement, Lesufi said both the learners have been suspended.

“Disturbing video footage of the alleged incident shows one learner violently attacking another learner before being stopped by a group of learners. This video has since gone viral while the learners involved in the altercation have, subsequently, been suspended,” Department spokesperson Steve Mabona said.

Lesufi: Violent behaviour in schools will not be tolerated

Panyaza Lesufi has condemned what he has described as the ill-discipline shown by the learners at Parktown Boys High and has urged all pupils not to behave in a manner that will jeopardize their future.

“We do not tolerate any sort of violent behaviour in our schools. Learners must focus on their studies and if a matter arises which bothers them; they must consult with their educators or principals about it – instead of taking matters into their own hands”

Gauteng’s Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi

At this point, it remains unclear what led to the boy attacking a fellow student. The education department has not given clarity on the circumstances surrounding the incident.