Mystery ‘scrubs’ substance sparks concern at Gauteng schools
The Gauteng Education Department has expressed concern over a mystery powder known as "scrubs" making its way into some school communities. The colourful powdered substances are reportedly being bought by learners from spaza shops and local vendors, with some pupils allegedly sprinkling them onto meals served at schools through the government's National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP) The department says the contents and safety of the powders remain unclear, prompting calls […]
