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GALLERY: Celebrities who celebrated their kids going back to school

Yesterday marked the commencement of a new school year and many young schoolers were excited to start this new chapter in their lives.

For parents, it was a bittersweet moment as they beamed with pride, joy, and even tears while realising that their children were growing up and becoming more independent. It is a significant milestone for scholars and their families alike.

Several public figures used their social media accounts to share the excitement of their children starting at new schools or higher grades. Many parents expressed the same emotions, with some admitting to putting on a brave face for their children and later crying in private.

Here are some celebrities who shared their kids’ back-to-school moments with us:

Lala Tuku 

 

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Loyiso Bala

 

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Nonku Williams 

 

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Mpho Popps

 

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Lue Tukwayo

 

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Musa Mseleku 

 

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Nobantu Vilakazi 

 

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Tumisho Masha

 

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Oros Mampofu

 

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Cheslin Kolbe 

 

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Samkelo Ndlovu 

 

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Also see: WATCH: Sbahle Mzizi promotes her new kids’ hair salon ‘Sbahle Siyakhula’

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