Three Alfred Nzo East education district educators, have been suspended by the Eastern Cape Department of Education for alleged sexual misconduct.

These educators were suspended following a preliminary investigation conducted by the district, confirmed some of these allegations.

Two were served on March 24th this year while the third was served his letter this morning because he was not available on day.

A team of psycho-social support has been activated and started counselling and debriefing these learners last week as one of them (learners) left school and attempted suicide.

Both the provincial and district offices are monitoring the situation and providing necessary support to avert any loss of life due to this incident. The investigation continues.