Top Achieving Matriculant From Michaelhouse dies of flu?

A top private school in KwaZulu-Natal is grieving the loss of one of its top students. Zanda Cele, a student at Michaelhouse, a boarding school in the KZN Midlands, passed away on Thursday morning after exhibiting symptoms of what initially seemed like a mild flu.

Cele visited the school’s medical facility on Wednesday afternoon, as reported in a statement by school director Anthony Clark, which was shared on the school’s official Facebook page.

“He was treated in consultation with our school doctor, Dr Poole, he stayed overnight in the San and had a peaceful night’s rest.”

Clark said on Thursday morning he was “up and about”.

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“But when he was feeling no better, arrangements were made to take him to the hospital at Hilton Life. Before that could take place, he collapsed, and CPR was applied, to no avail,” Clark said.

“We extend our deepest sympathy to Zanda’s family at this extremely difficult time for them and our school community. We ask that the school community upholds Zanda, his family and the boys of the school in your prayers as we grieve,” he said.

“Appropriate arrangements will be made for counselling and support for our boys as required in due course.”

Meanwhile, tributes have been pouring in on Facebook.

Ashton International College Ballito wrote:

“Our heartfelt condolences go out to the entire school community, especially the family and friends of Zanda Cele. You are all in our thoughts during this incredibly difficult time. Wishing you strength and support as you navigate through this sorrowful period.”

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Durban High School wrote:

“The Head Master, staff and boys of DHS extend our deepest condolences to the Michaelhouse community and the family of Zanda Cele on his tragic passing. Words seem only feeble in times like these. Life is so precious and death so painful. Our community knows your pain and we stand by you through this time. Rest in peace young man.”

Curro write:

Curro HCA is deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Michaelhouse and ex-HCA learner, Zanda Cele.
We extend our condolences to the friends and family of Zanda, as well as the wider Michaelhouse community.

We keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

 

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