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E Cape initiate death toll rises to 18

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Another initiate has died in Brack Kloof outside Komani in the Eastern Cape.

This brings to 18 the number of initiates who have died during this summer’s initiation season in the province.

It’s alleged that the 19 year-old initiate complained of vomiting and diarrhoea.

Provincial Traditional Affairs spokesperson, Mamkeli Ngam says they are waiting for post-mortem results to establish the exact cause of death.

Cogta MEC FB Xasa has sent his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.

“Cogta MEC FB Xasa wishes to send his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families for the loss of their loved ones and he would also want to encourage family members and community members to work together to ensure the safe passage of our boys to manhood.”

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