SA students who drowned in Cuba to be repatriated

SA students who drowned in Cuba to be repatriated

Health officials say arrangements are being made with the families of two South Africa students who drowned in a swimming pool in Cuba to bring their bodies home.  

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Sihle Makhaye and Sibusiso Ngeleka were both from KZN.  

The final year medical students - who were based in Cuba - had rented a house for a party with friends this past weekend. 

The Health Ministry's Popo Maja says the circumstances surrounding the drownings aren't clear at this stage.  

He says the Health Department in KZN will arrange trauma counselling for young men's families. 

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