Mother Recounts Trauma After Daughter's Suicide, Six Years On
A South African woman, Leeh Setlholoeng-Mojakgolo, has marked six years since the tragic suicide of her young daughter, Boineelo Fortunate. In a heartfelt Facebook post on Saturday, March 28, 2026, she shared the devastating moment she discovered her daughter's lifeless body hanging from a tree, an event that profoundly impacted her mental health.
The Tragic Discovery and Its Aftermath
According to Leeh, the shock and grief from finding her daughter in such a state led to her being taken to a psychiatric hospital for treatment. She poignantly wrote, "Me V.S the girl who sent me straight to psychiatric hospital after finding her lifeless body hanging on a tree." This statement underscores the deep emotional scars left by the incident, highlighting how the loss of her child triggered severe psychological distress.
A Mother's Unwavering Love and Pain
In her post, Leeh described Boineelo as "a girl who taught me how to love another human being more than myself. A girl who called me Mom." She expressed ongoing sorrow, noting that six years later, she still has days where she "cry[s] my lungs out" because the trauma of that day has overshadowed many of their beautiful memories together. Leeh lamented, "When I think of you, I only think of that horrible day. I imagine the pain you endured as tiny as you where when taking your own life!"
Recalling the Attempt to Save Her Daughter
Leeh also shared a harrowing detail from the scene: she attempted to resuscitate Boineelo single-handedly, despite having a cast on her left arm at the time. This futile effort adds to the narrative of a mother's desperate love and the helplessness she felt. She concluded her message with, "Maar retlare what? I love you still, Boineelo Fortunate," a testament to her enduring affection and grief.
This story, originally reported by Linda Ikeji on March 29, 2026, at 12:10 PM, serves as a stark reminder of the long-term effects of suicide on surviving family members, particularly parents. It underscores the importance of mental health support and awareness in communities, as such tragedies can lead to ongoing psychological challenges for those left behind.
