School racism: 'Down with racism. Forward with transformation!'

20 Feb 2022

Msindisi Fengu

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Parents protest outside Hoërskool Jan Viljoen in Randfontein this week. It is alleged that a recent clash between pupils was racially motivated. A physical altercation is believed to have taken place at the school on February 11 between black and white pupils. Photo: Papi Morake/Gallo Images

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“Down with racism. Forward with transformation!”

This chant echoed from the grandstand at Hoërskool Jan Viljoen Sports Ground in Randfontein on the West Rand, Gauteng, on Thursday. It was led by Sam Tlhalogang, a parent who told City Press that he had previously downplayed allegations of racism at the school.

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