R55k raised for boy shamed over pie at school

Generosity in action: Influencer raises R55,000 for bullied schoolboy. A heart-wrenching incident that outraged South Africans has now sparked an overwhelming wave of generosity. Within hours, the nation responded.

Many South Africans condemned the alleged bullying and demanded action against the teacher involved. Amid the outrage, Mandisi Tshingana stepped in to help. The influencer, who has more than 855,000 followers on Facebook, launched a fundraising drive for the boy and his family.

Using his large online platform to mobilise support, he quickly drew donations from people across the country who wanted to help restore the youngster’s dignity. School authorities later confirmed that the teacher at the centre of the controversy had been suspended pending investigation. “Guys, I wish I were quiet with your money.

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It seems like you are chasing R60,000 now. God is showing off,” Tshingana said on the donations. IOL previously reported that Western Cape education department spokesperson Bronagh Hammond called the incident ”totally inappropriate” and that a probe was launched. According to Hammond, the video was shared with the parent group.

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