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Walter Sisulu University residence manager's murder case postponed amid student protests
The murder case against a residence manager accused of killing a Walter Sisulu University student has been postponed, igniting protests from students demanding justice for poor living conditions.
Residence manager arrested for murder of WSU student, due in court
A residence manager who has been arrested for the alleged murder of a Walter Sisulu University student during a protest over poor living conditions, is expected to appear in court facing charges of murder and attempted murder.
Man arrested for fatal shooting of Walter Sisulu University student
A 54-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Walter Sisulu University student Sisonke Mbolekwa during a protest over poor living conditions.
Higher Education Minister confirms WSU shooting victim was NSFAS-funded student
Minister Nkabane confirms that Sisonke Mbolekwa, the student killed during protests at Walter Sisulu University, was officially enrolled and funded by NSFAS, shedding light on the ongoing issues surrounding student accommodation.
University confirms deceased in Walter Sisulu University protest not a registered student
Minister of Higher Education Dr Nobuhle Nkabane has condemned violent protests at Walter Sisulu University that resulted in one death and several injuries, calling for urgent action to ensure campus safety.
Students urged to settle NSFAS accommodation allowances to avoid eviction
NSFAS urgently reminds students to settle their R10,800 accommodation allowances to avoid eviction and future deductions. This comes after confusion over a larger allowance payment, stressing the importance of timely payments.
'Please support students amid housing crisis' NSFAS urges accommodation providers
NSFAS calls on accommodation providers to collaborate in supporting students as it announces improvements to the accommodation claims process.
A crisis in the making: budget cuts threaten South Africans' right to housing
Budget cuts plus land invasions and contractors abandoning projects all impede efforts to deliver houses for all.