Why did Principal Jaco Pieterse leave Bergview College after being cleared of rape allegation?
The decision follows months of turmoil sparked by what AfriForum has described as a disinformation campaign that led to death threats and supposedly forced Pieterse to flee his home in March.
"The Board of Bergview College and Mr Pieterse have agreed that the employment relationship between Pieterse and Bergview College be terminated by mutual consent. We kindly ask for your continued support and cooperation during this transition period as we work together to maintain the stability and success of the school," the board said.
AfriForum's Private Prosecution Unit, which has been representing Pieterse's interests, has welcomed the outcome while vowing to pursue justice against those responsible for what it calls a coordinated smear campaign.
"AfriForum's Private Prosecution Unit can confirm Pieterse's amicable departure from the school. Our current priority is to ensure the prosecution of those who falsely accused him of being a suspect in an alleged rape," said spokesperson Barry Bateman.
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