13/10/2026
OFFICIAL STATEMENT: OUTCOME OF THE SCHOOL BULLYING INCIDENT
Onkies Foundation would like to provide an update regarding the school bullying incident involving a learner living with albinism and his sister, which we previously addressed on our social media platforms.
Today, a meeting was held at the school with the learners involved, their parents, the school principal, and the School Governing Body (SGB) to discuss the incident, consider the allegations, and establish a clearer understanding of what had transpired.
Following the discussions and consideration of the information presented, it emerged that the bullying was not a one-sided matter. The discussions revealed that the learners involved had bullied one another, and the situation involved multiple instances of bullying among the parties.
The school principal indicated that the learners involved would face disciplinary consequences, with the intention of holding them equally accountable for their involvement in bullying.
As Onkies Foundation, we participated in this process because we believe that every child’s concerns deserve to be heard and that no learner should be subjected to bullying, discrimination, or abuse. At the same time, accountability must apply to everyone involved, regardless of who they are or what their circumstances may be.
Our position remains clear: bullying is unacceptable, regardless of who the victim or perpetrator may be. Every learner deserves to feel safe, respected, and protected in their school environment.
We appreciate the school principal, the SGB, the parents, and everyone who participated in today’s meeting. We hope that the disciplinary process will help the learners understand the seriousness of their actions, take responsibility, and learn to treat one another with dignity and respect.
This matter also serves as an important reminder to our community that we should not rush to conclusions before hearing all sides of a story. Every child deserves fairness, and every child must be held accountable for their actions.
Onkies Foundation will continue advocating for the safety, dignity, and well-being of children in our communities.
Bullying has no place in our schools. Accountability must be fair, and every child’s dignity must be protected.
ONKIES FOUNDATION NPC
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