Winfrey apologizes for school abuse claims
U.S. television star Oprah Winfrey has offered a tearful apology to parents regarding abuse allegations at her school in South Africa.
"I've disappointed you. I'm so sorry. I'm so sorry," Winfrey told parents at a meeting Sunday.
She also promised to do everything possible to ensure those who acted inappropriately answer for their actions, reported South Africa's News24.com.
Winfrey visited the school at Henley-on-Klip in South Africa at least twice in recent weeks amid claims one of the matrons molested a girl and other students had been grabbed by the neck, slammed against walls and suffered verbal abuse.
Winfrey gave the students her personal telephone number and e-mail and mailing addresses so they could contact her, News24.com said.
She also suspended two matrons and the principal, identified only as Dr. Mzimane, two weeks ago.
Mzimane is accused of failing to take action after hearing the allegations.
"I trusted (Mzimane.) When I appointed her, I thought she was passionate about the children of Africa," Winfrey said. "But, I've been disappointed." // Copyright 2007 by United Press International
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