Port Elizabeth — Tributes have poured in from all corners of the world for Jayde Panayiotou following her murder earlier this week.
In the United Arab Emirates yesterday, more than 70 South Africans took part in a march of remembrance through Al Ain.Expat Carol-Ann Poisat organised the march in memory of Panayiotou, as well as to show solidarity for all victims of crime in South Africa.

The much loved Riebeek College Girl’s High School teacher was allegedly abducted outside her home at Stellen Glen residential complex in Deacon Road, Kabega on Tuesday morning. Her body was found the following day in an isolated area near KwaNobuhle Township in Uitenhage.

Riebeek College held a memorial service for Panayiotou at 11:00 yesterday and closed at 12. Learners coloured in images of owls, which Panayiotou loved, wrote tributes to their former teacher.

Teachers and learners also shared their thoughts and memories on the school’s website and Facebook page.

One former learner also put a video tribute together for Panayiotou.

A special video was received by the teachers. It was made by an Old Girl in Tribute of Mrs Jayde Panayiotou.

Posted by Riebeek College Girls’ High School on Thursday, 23 April 2015

Riebeek staff recounted their favourite Jayde moments online. “I think Jayde was a kindred spirit to many people…To me, she was the person who kept on reminding me of all the good in the world.” — Sapa

 

You Might Also Like

Comments