"Traumatising for Parents": WH de Klerk School Mourns Death of Learner Alwyn Lindeque, SA Moved

• WH de Klerk School shared a heartfelt message on Facebook after the passing of one of its learners, Alwyn Lindeque
• The school asked the public to respect the Lindeque family's privacy during this difficult time
• Classmates, teachers and community members flooded the post with messages of condolence and support

WH de Klerk School is mourning the loss of one of its own. The Afrikaans school shared the sad news of learner Alwyn Lindeque's passing on Facebook on 3 October 2026, expressing deep sorrow and extending heartfelt condolences to those who loved him.

The school's message described Alwyn as a permanent part of the WH de Klerk family. Alwyn will always be part of the WH de Klerk family and will be missed.

The cause of his death has not been disclosed. WH de Klerk School appealed to the public to respect the Lindeque family's privacy as they grieve. The loss has clearly been felt far beyond the school's classrooms. Friends, parents, and community members responded to the post with an outpouring of love and sympathy. Read the school's full tribute to Alwyn Lindeque:

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Those who knew Alwyn, or who simply felt the weight of the news, shared their thoughts:

Dominick Major wrote:

"Rest in peace Alwyn, it was nice being your friend."

Nadene Barnard said:

"Dear Father, somewhere in this sad world there is a family, there are friends and a school that is broken. We do not know why."

Riana Venter shared:

"The death of a child is so traumatic for the parents. My heart goes out to them. School friends and teachers struggle with loss. Only someone who has been through it will be able to understand that this is an incredibly crazy, empty, unmoved time. May God be with you all."

Other Briefly News stories about tragic learner deaths

• A school in Cradock, Eastern Cape, shared a moving Facebook tribute honouring Jonathan Bradfield, a 2026 matric learner affectionately known as "Winter".
• Pietermaritzburg Girls' High School in KwaZulu-Natal announced the tragic death of matriculant Sasasa Zondi, describing her as a beloved leader and vibrant presence.
• A viral Facebook post shared the tragic news of a young learner's untimely passing at Akasia Primary School in Pretoria.

Source: Briefly News