KWAMHLANGA – The Mpumalanga Department of Education received disturbing reports about a fire that broke out at Peter Mokaba Primary School in KwaMhlanga, Thembisile Hani Local Municipality, in the early hours of this morning, February 08, 2025.The cause of the fire remains undetermined at this stage.
The Department has directed officials to assess the extent of the damage and provide recommendations on the necessary steps moving forward.
A formal investigation into the cause of the fire will be conducted in collaboration with the relevant institutions.
“A case of arson has already been opened at the KwaMhlanga Police Station to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident,” the Department stated.
The Department urges anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact the KwaMhlanga Police Station.
The Department is closely monitoring the situation and will provide the necessary updates.
This is a developing story, more details will be shared.
