Learner, 13, shot dead at school
A 13-year-old Grade 5 learner has been shot to death by an 11-year-old at Iimbili Combined School in the Ontunganga circuit in Ohangwena. According to Absalom Absalom, spokesperson for the education ministry, the 11-year-old had taken a gun to school and had, accidentally, while playing with the firearm, shot the 13-year-old during break. They were classmates.
The ministry said it is finalising a School Safety Framework that "speaks to an atmosphere of trust, peace, respect and care in the school environment and which will be rolled out soon".
The regional education directorate visited the school and engaged the learners and parents and will continue to offer psychological support to the families and the school.
The ministry extended its heartfelt condolences to all involved.
STAFF REPORTER
The ministry said it is finalising a School Safety Framework that "speaks to an atmosphere of trust, peace, respect and care in the school environment and which will be rolled out soon".
The regional education directorate visited the school and engaged the learners and parents and will continue to offer psychological support to the families and the school.
The ministry extended its heartfelt condolences to all involved.
STAFF REPORTER
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