Learners from Enzani Primary School were rushed to Ferreira Hospital after complaining of abdominal pains today.
It is suspected that they consumed snacks bought from a local spaza shop. According to the Department Of Education, a report from the school reveals that some started vomiting.
The principal notified their parents and immediately rushed the learners to hospital where they are currently receiving medical attention.
“According to the information at our disposal, all the learners are in a stable condition,” said the department.
When tabling the state of readiness for the Management and the Writing of the 2024 Grade 12 NSC Examinations this morning, the MEC for Education, Cathy Dlamini urged all school management teams, school governing bodies and parents to be extra vigilant about what learners eat both within the school premises and outside.
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This was after a similar incident was reported incolving learners from Marhagi Secondary School in Verena.
“Everyone must play a meaningful role in this regard and not take such matters for granted.
Basic hygiene practices, such as washing of hands after using restrooms or before eating must be strictly adhered to at all times” said Dlamini.
The department is monitoring the developments closely and will issue regular updates on the status of the learners.
