Viral Bullying Video at David Mama Senior Secondary School Prompts Urgent Action by Education Department

Eastern Cape School Bullying Incident: Department Steps In After Viral Video

Bullying Incident at David Mama Senior Secondary Prompts Education Department Intervention Georgia Court/Getty Images

A disturbing video showing a learner being assaulted at David Mama Senior Secondary School in the Buffalo City Education District has gone viral, sparking public outrage and drawing the attention of the Eastern Cape Department of Education.

The footage, widely shared on social media, shows a female learner being slapped, pushed, and mocked while others record the incident. The department has described the behavior as “unacceptable and unimaginable.”

What’s the name of the school?
Guys help please 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/1iKLjLxKgw

— DENIA MOTORS (@DENIAMOTORS) August 1, 2025

Education Department to Visit the School on 4 August 2025

The Eastern Cape Department of Education will visit the school on Monday, 4 August 2025, to investigate the incident and ensure that support is provided to the affected learner. The department reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on bullying in schools and emphasized the importance of corrective action.

Psychosocial support will be offered to the victim, and appropriate steps will be taken against those involved.

Community and Political Response

The incident has sparked widespread reaction online. The EFF in the Eastern Cape has called for the immediate expulsion of the primary aggressor, criticizing the department’s approach as too lenient.

A Broader Concern in South African Schools

This event highlights a larger issue of school-based violence in South Africa, with calls for stronger discipline, better support structures, and increased parental involvement.

Conclusion

The Department’s response to this incident is being closely watched as a test of how seriously schools and authorities handle bullying. The safety and dignity of every learner must remain a top priority.

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