17-year-old female student poisoned at school in South Africa

One of the students in grade 10 at Mom Sebonene Secondary School in Duduza, Tsakane, Gauteng, South Africa, has been found dead after being poisoned at school.

Naledi “Nalz” Nkosi, a 17-year-old student, was poisoned on September 5, 2024.

Because her injuries were so bad, she died on September 9.

In a statement of solidarity released on September 11, the Pan Africanist Students Organization (PASO) said they were against what happened and wanted an in-depth investigation.

“We, the Pan Africanist Students Organisation (PASO), are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Naledi Nkosi “Nalz”, a former student of Mamellong Comprehensive School and currently a grade 10 learner at MOM SEBONI Secondary School in Duduza,” the statement read.

“Our hearts go out to her family, friends, and the entire student community during this difficult time.

“We condemn the alleged poisoning that led to her passing and demand a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death. No student should ever have to face harm or violence, especially in a place of learning.

“We stand in solidarity with the students and staff of Mamellong Comprehensive School and MOM SEBONI Secondary School, and offer our deepest condolences to Naledi’s family.

“May her memory inspire us to continue fighting for a safer, more just, and equitable society for all, your struggle is our struggle and your pain is our pain. Rest in Power, Naledi “Nalz” Nkosi.”