Universities across South Africa would not officially close, but all in person classes and exams must be postponed for the next two-weeks.
Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande on Wednesday
announced measures that the higher education sector implemented under the
adjusted level 4 lockdown regulations, announced by president Cyril Ramaphosa
on Sunday, and what these regulations mean for academic classes, on student
accommodation, and graduation ceremonies and events.
The minister said after communicating with all
vice-chancellors that students would shift exclusively to online learning until
it is safe to return.
Residences will also remain open to prevent learners
from travelling back home in a bid to limit the spread of the virus.
The minister said the measures put in place would help
curb several cluster outbreaks on campuses across South Africa.
By Danielle Mentoor
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