The teen was arrested after footage surfaced of her allegedly assaulting Lufuno.
The victim then is believed to have committed suicide as a result.
The teen was granted R1 500 bail according toeNCA.
Lufuno Mavhunga’s alleged attacker has been granted R1 500 bail. Photo credit: @Prince_SA2021Source: Twitter
Earlier,Briefly Newsreported that the family of 15-year-old Lufuno Mavhunga laid her to rest over the past weekend.
Makhadzi released the song called Muvhiki Wanga and its emotional message left many in tears.
As a victim of bullying herself, Makhadzi had firsthand experience of how Lufuno must have felt.
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While performing the song, Makhadzi took a minute to explain what inspired her to write it.
She shared that her experience with being bullied throughout her entire life motivated her to pen the sad song.
Lufuno Mavhunga’s death opened various discussions online about bullying.
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To gain more insight into the legal ramifications of bullying and assault,Briefly Newsspoke to an expert.
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