Teen died while trying to rescue his friend

Drowned boy will always be a hero, says granny

A 15-year-old Limpopo boy, who drowned while trying to rescue his friend, has been described by his grandmother as a hero.

The family of Ntshembo Makhasa, who drowned while trying to save Sabata Rikhotso,13, at the Middle Letaba River, says he showed bravery as he died saving his friend...

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