Stop bullying or face jail time

THE IFP is calling for a change of attitude among pupils in KwaZulu-Natal schools, so that they can avoid facing possible jail time.

A three-month prison sentence handed down to a Zululand pupil, who is accused of bullying, for failing to appear in court should be a wake-up call to other pupils.

Pupils need to stop being bullies at school, as failure to do so could result in them being arrested, jailed and end up having a criminal record.

Schools are supposed to be places where pupils feel safe and secure, and where they can count on being treated with respect.

The IFP reaffirms its stance that the KZN MEC of Education, Kwazi Mshengu, must launch an anti-bullying campaign in schools. It is envisaged the campaign will create an enabling environment for pupils to feel safe at school and, at the same time, create a culture of caring between pupils, teachers and the community. THEMBENI MADLOPHA-MTHETHWA | IFP KZN Provincial Spokesperson for Education