12 pupils accused of racism at PHSG found not guilty of misconduct by SGB panel

PRETORIA - 12 pupils accused of racism at Pretoria High School for Girls have been found not guilty. 

A three-person panel of the School Governing Body, and chaired by an advocate, has ruled on the matter.  

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The pupils were accused of starting a 'whites-only' Whatsapp group and sharing racist messages.

The school principal has been suspended.

Eight of the 12 pupils are prefects and they will now be reinstated to their leadership positions.

The SGB says it believes the process was conducted with fairness and transparency.

Senior reporter Aviwe Mtila, spoke to Gauteng Education Department Spokesperson Steve Mabona about this.