Protesting students shutdown Nelson Mandela University
Protesting students have blocked several roads leading to Nelson Mandela University campuses.
Students say they are concerned over a lack of security on campus.
They say there have been a number of robberies on and around campus.
Classes at the north and south campuses have been suspended for the day.
University spokesperson, Zandile Mbabela, says they’re working with local police.
Mbabela also says when staff tried to unblock barricades, it almost escalated into violence.
“Not all campuses are affected by the protest, is only North and South campuses that are barricaded. There has been measures put in place to try ensure the safety of our staff and students by being strict on access control,” Mbabela said.
Nelson Mandela University on lock down pic.twitter.com/Ck3uR3VhBZ
— Sithembele Tutuse (@Tshangisa_Zulu) August 26, 2019
Safety and security related messages in circulation…please note the following: pic.twitter.com/8Q6OPcRVTU
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Source: eNCA
