Another Gauteng student died after eating snacks from a spaza shop

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Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane has sent another message of condolence following the death of an eight-year-old Grade 2 student at a Soweto primary school.

Chiloane said he was “deeply saddened” that the boy fell ill and died after reportedly consuming biscuits bought from a local spaza shop in Diepkloof.

He said the boy fell ill on Wednesday and died at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital on Friday after his condition worsened.

“At this stage his exact cause of death remains unclear. The relevant authorities are investigating to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident,” he said.

The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) dispatched its Psycho-Social Support Unit to provide counseling to the affected family, students and staff at Thabisile Primary School on Monday.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with our family, friends and school community at this difficult time. “We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students and will continue to monitor developments closely,” MEC Chiloane said.