Woman Blasts Crèche for Alleged Abuse of Learners, TikTok Video Sparks Outrage

Woman Blasts Crèche for Alleged Abuse of Learners, TikTok Video Sparks Outrage

  • One woman rushed to social media to expose a crèche where the learners are allegedly being mistreated
  • The lady recounted witnessing children cramped in an overloaded transport vehicle and a teacher getting physical with one learner
  • The video spread quickly on TikTok and had Mzansi people up in arms and demanding answers

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A woman ranted about preschool teachers mistreating learners
A woman confronted preschool teachers for mistreating learners. Image: @phindile_makamu
Source: TikTok

A woman took to TikTok to express her concerns about a local crèche, alleging mistreatment of the children in its care.

Allegations of abuse

The lady with the handle @phindile_makamu claims to have witnessed disturbing scenes. The woman said the children were cramped into an overloaded transport vehicle and a teacher allegedly slapped a learner.

Calls for parental vigilance

She warned parents about the conditions their children may face at the crèche, even though they pay high fees. She emphasised the importance of being aware and proactive in ensuring their children's well-being.

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Demand for accountability

The clip sparked outrage on the platform. Mzansi people are demanding that the crèche be named and shamed.

Some said if the allegations are true, the preschool should be reported for the alleged mistreatment of children.

@Hunadi said:

"She kicked the child on the head."

@Mpitseng suggested:

"Let's listen to our kids when they complain about what's happening at school. Kids don't lie."

@boboshkiii shared:

"I passed this taxi bathing. Why ba ira soh?"

@lebone.angel commented:

"Why would anyone treat innocent like this?"

@LisaMolefe wrote:

"I took my child out of a crèche less than a month cause I could see my child was not the same anymore. The best thing I ever did."

@LCD mentioned:

"I saw a taxi also at my kids school some kids were seated in the boot. Some transport are really not on."

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@skeem posted:

"You should’ve called the Metro Police because that is not allowed."

@bgmolaem9uj added:

"Parents, stand up for your kids. Report to the relevant stakeholders."

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Hilary Sekgota (Deputy Human Interest HOD) Hilary Sekgota is the Head of Desk for Evening and Weekend content at Briefly News. She completed a BA in Communication Science from Unisa in 2018 and a Diploma in Journalism from Varsity College in 2010. She also passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. Hilary joined the Briefly News team in 2022 and started her journalism career at Tshwane Sun. She has 12 years of experience covering current affairs and human interest topics. Email: hilary.sekgota@briefly.co.za