Overview
- KwaZulu-Natal authorities apprehended four suspects aged 18 to 19 in connection with the burning and vandalism at Mpolweni Secondary School in the uMgungundlovu District.
- Police recovered stolen school property including stamps, kettles and other items, and the suspects remain in custody for interrogation.
- The school hall was not damaged, allowing matric learners to continue writing their National Senior Certificate examinations as planned.
- MEC Sipho Hlomuka condemned the attack, directed law enforcement to prioritise the case, and signalled criminal prosecution and potential civil claims for damages.
- The Education Department pledged tighter school security in partnership with SAPS and Community Policing Forums and commended SAPS and the uMgungundlovu Municipality for their rapid response.