Parliament, Tuesday, 30 May 2023 – The Portfolio Committee on Basic Education has noted with great sadness the loss of five young lives early this morning in Mitchells Plain, Cape Town, on their way to school.
Committee Chairperson Ms Bongiwe Mbinqo-Gigaba said the committee would like to extend its condolences to the families, friends and school community. “This is indeed tragic; the worst news any parent or loved one can receive. It is the last thing you expect when seeing you children off safely to school. We mourn the young lives of our learners whot will now not have an opportunity to prosper and contribute to the future of our country.”
According to media reports the accident happened at around 7:30 this morning on AZ Berman Drive. It is believed a bakkie was involved. Further details of the accident are still unknown at this stage.
“We call on the authorities to investigate this matter and to leave no stone unturned in getting to the bottom of what happened. Guilty or negligent parties should face the full might of the law. We call on all those transporting our precious cargo to take great care when doing so, especially during the rainy winter season,” said Ms Mbinqo-Gigaba.
ISSUED BY THE PARLIAMENTARY COMMUNICATION SERVICES ON BEHALF OF THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE ON BASIC EDUCATION, MS BONGIWE MBINQO-GIGABA.
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