The Western Cape Department of Education has taken disciplinary action against five learners from Pinelands High School who were involved in a disturbing incident where they "auctioned" their black peers.
The video showed black pupils standing behind a gate while their coloured classmates made bids of various amounts, ranging from R50 000 to R100 000. The learners involved were suspended immediately after the video surfaced.
Provincial education spokesperson Bronagh Hammond confirmed that the school governing body had finalised the disciplinary process.
"The necessary disciplinary procedures were followed," she said. "The sanctions are restorative in nature and include participating in various workshops and learning programmes, written assignments, an apology, as well as community service."
Hammond stressed the importance of accountability and compliance with the sanctions.
"The sanctions were designed to help the learners involved gain a deeper understanding of the seriousness of the incident and its impact on others, particularly in the historical context of South Africa," she explained.
"This outcome was supported by the parents and learners involved, including the victims."
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