The disturbing video showing the assault of a 16-year-old learner at Milnerton High School has reignited urgent conversations about safety in South African schools.
Eight pupils have since appeared in court , facing assault charges following the attack, but the incident has also sparked broader calls for reform in how schools handle bullying.
Education specialist Dr Nazli Domingo-Sallie believes the situation reflects a deeper systemic issue. She stresses that schools have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure a safe environment for all learners, as per eNCA .