18 September 2024

It is with deep sadness that we learn of the tragic accident in Paarl-East which claimed the lives of two matric learners on Monday, 16 September 2024. The incident occurred around 13h20 in Van Der Stel Street when a passenger bus veered off the road, fatally striking two learners and injuring two others.

The deceased learners were identified as Cheslin Davids, a learner from LK Zeeman Academy and his friend, Julia-Ann Samaai from Charleston Hill Secondary School. Whilst it has been alleged that the driver of a passenger bus lost control on a downhill and hit the two scholars from behind while they were walking on the sidewalk, the circumstances surrounding the accident remain under investigation.

The African National Congress Parliamentary Caucus extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Cheslin Davids and Julia-Ann Samaai and wishes them much strength during this painful and heartbreaking time. We also extend our wishes to the two learners who were injured and wish them a speedy recovery. We remain hopeful that a thorough investigation will be undertaken, and that justice will take its course.

ISSUED BY MS S DAVIDS (ANC MP)

Enquiries:
Sharon Davids (ANC MP)
ANC PCO Lady Grey
Paarl
+27 78 303 2361