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A year later, #BrianNdlovu’s mother still seeks answers

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The mother of the late Queens High learner, Brian Ndlovu, who was allegedly forced to drink a poisonous substance by a group of bullies, says despite it being a year since her son died, she feels as though time has stopped moving.
The 31st of July marked one year since the 14-year-old died.

Speaking to YNews, Mildred Ndlovu says that fateful day will forever be difficult one for the family, as they’re also still waiting for someone to be held liable for her son’s death.

According to the family, the teenager was allegedly dragged to the toilets and forced to drink something, which they suspected to be rat poison. The Grade 9 learner, however, had kept quiet about the incident, only to tell them when he started feeling stomach cramps.

Investigations by the school, however, found no evidence of bullying against the teenager, with the principal, Johan Lourens, rather insinuating that the teen might have taken his own life.

The 14-year old’s mother says the fact that everyone’s life has continued as normal is what hurts her the most.

Teddy Bear Foundations Director, Dr Shaheda Omar, says teen bullying cases are on the rise.
She has raised concerns about the high violence children are exposed to as they learn from what they observe, which then plays out in schools.

Dr Omar has encouraged parents and gradians to create environments that makes them comfortable to talk to them about anything and understand that they can always count on them.

She says parents need to educate children about their rights and what type of behaviour they should tolerate so they can speak up when being bullied.

According to the therapist, bullies always prey on children they know will not defend or speak out for themselves.

@justiceforbrian1 Brian Tatenda Ndlovu 15 years old (Grade 9). Passed away on the 30th of July after being forced to consume poison by students at Queens High School. He has been bullied but was claimed to being the bully. Please share with your family and friends. #justiceforbrian #SAMA28 #queenshighschool #justiceshallbeserved #endbullying ♬ Kuyabongwa – ChubbyCheeks

Written by: Nokwazi Qumbisa

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