On top of the varying degrees of bullying, substance abuse, verbal abuse, racism, gangsterism, guns and weapons and vandalism, South Africa's schoolchildren are also experiencing rampant sexual abuse and grooming - largely at the hands of those who are in charge of their care and education at school.
This tragic premiere follows the case of 16 year old Thomas Kruger, who ended his life. Through a podcast and subsequent investigation, a pattern of school abuse emerged.
The disturbing story of Collan Rex, a water polo coach at Parktown Boys High School, who left behind a vacuum of devastation as he assaulted and abused a school boarding house.
The emotionally charged episode delves into the heart wrenching story of a family that tragically lost their son and brother at a young age.
The riveting finale goes on a profound journey through the many cases, confronting them with a burning question. How can we fortify the defences around our most vulnerable.
On top of the varying degrees of bullying, substance abuse, verbal abuse, racism, gangsterism, guns and weapons and vandalism, South Africa's schoolchildren are also experiencing rampant sexual abuse and grooming - largely at the hands of those who are in charge of their care and education at school.
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