Two teachers were shot dead and a third was wounded at Ntabankulu Primary School on Thursday by a disgraced former teacher who opened fire on staff before turning the gun on himself.
The fatal shootings occurred at about noon and are being investigated by the Ntabankulu police.
Police spokesperson Brigadier Nobuntu Gantana said the suspect, who previously worked at the school, allegedly forced his way onto the premises by cutting through the perimeter fence.