THE Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) is heartbroken by a tragic incident.
A six-year-old grade R girl from Letsatsing Primary Mine School in Carletonville has sadly passed away.
This follows a freak accident on Friday, 15 August 2025.
Gauteng Department of Education spokesman Steve Mabona said that, based on the information at their disposal, the pupil allegedly sustained serious injuries from a scholar transport bus while she was boarding the bus on Friday.
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"The child was rushed to Carletonville Hospital for medical attention. Regrettably, the learner passed away later that afternoon due to serious injuries.
"The circumstances surrounding this accident are being investigated by the law enforcement agencies," said Mabona
He said the Psycho-Social Support Unit will be made available to the school community, bereaved families, pupils, and teachers.
Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, conveys his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, school community, and all those affected by this heartbreaking loss.
"We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and assure them of our full support during this difficult time," said MEC Chiloane.
