School stabbings connected to gangsterism

Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane will visit Dinokeng Secondary School in Sebokeng on Monday after two stabbing incidents left one pupil dead and the other fighting for his life in hospital.

Spokesperson Steve Mabona said a grade 10 male pupil was fatally stabbed outside the school premises on Thursday .  

“According to information, the incident occurred after school and it is also alleged that he was stabbed by a fellow learner. The learner was subsequently rushed to Sebokeng Hospital, where he was unfortunately certified dead on arrival,’’ said Mabona.