Probe opened into Chatsworth children's home
KZN Social Development MEC Mbali Shinga has ordered an investigation into abuse allegations at a Chatsworth children's home.
"We will then present the report in three weeks and our own findings, but also it will give us a way forward on with is going to happen going forward."
Reports have emerged of children at the Aryan Benevolent Home facility in the south of Durban allegedly being assaulted with wet towels and belts.
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Shinga says the accused workers have been removed pending investigations.
She visited ABH on Tuesday morning and met with management at the facility.
"These children already come from abusive places. In the homes of KwaZulu-Natal, they should find the support they need but also mostly comfort. We also want to remind them of children's rights."
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