THE fake news making rounds on social media has caused strain on the already grieving family.
What happened
This is after a post on social media made arounds last week, that a pupil at Mbilwi High School in Limpopo who allegedly bullied Lufuno Mavhunga had committed suicide.
The fake news is not only misleading but has also reignited painful memories of losing their beloved daughter.
Two years ago, the news of Lufuno's death made headlines when the 15-year-old took her own life with an overdose of pills in April after being allegedly beaten by another pupil in a bullying incident.
Lufuno's dad speaks
Joseph Mavhunga, Lufuno’s father, told Daily Sun that the fake news had reopened her wounds.
Joseph said they had not heard from the police for a long time.
"The fake news has reminded us of our beloved daughter, and we'd like to ask social media users to let her rest in peace," he said.
The post claim that the alleged bully committed suicide after being tormented by visions of Lufuno’s ghost.
Social worker's advice to Mzansi
Pfarelo Mathivha, director and social worker at Isa Mathivha Foundation, cautioned community members that it's important to verify such information from a trusted source before sharing it on social media.
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"People need to think critically and check the facts to prevent spreading false information on social media as it can have a significant impact on other people's mental health.
"Sharing unverified claims can contribute to anxiety, confusion and fear as people grapple with uncertain information," Mathivha said.
Daily Sun spoke to the Limpopo National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to verify the facts and obtain information on the current status of the case.
NPA spokeswoman Mashudu Malabi-Dzhangi provided a short reply stating: "It's fake news."
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