1. Yes, the Department of Basic Education, together with the Eastern Cape Department of Education, are working together with the South African Police Service to investigate the incident. A report is expected by the 31 May 2021. The Department will determine the next steps once the report has been studied in detail.
2. It is anticipated that the preliminary investigation which is currently underway will provide clarity in this regard.
3. It is also anticipated that the report from the preliminary investigation which is currently underway will provide clarity in this regard.