UNISA Taken Over by Former UJ Vice Chancellor for Next 2 Years, Blade Nzimande Decision Now Official

UNISA Taken Over by Former UJ Vice Chancellor for Next 2 Years, Blade Nzimande Decision Now Official

  • The University of South Africa (Unisa) fell into disrepute, and now the government has stepped up to run the institution
  • Blaze Nzimande made clear intentions to place Unisa under surveillance, and he has followed through
  • Mzansi online user shared their thought about Unisa's fall into disrepute following the clash between Blade Nzimande and Vice-Chancellor Puleng LenkaBula

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JOHANNESBURG - Blade Nzimande has successfully taken Unisa to book as the Minister of Higher Education. The University of South Africa has been under fire following reports of maladministration.

Blzade Nzimande, Unisa
UNISA will now be run by former UJ Vice Chancellor after Blade Nzimande made his decision legally official. Image: THEGIFT777/ Gallo Images
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Many South Africans expressed concern over Unisa's standing as an educational institution. Netizens on Twitter discussed the recent developments after the Vice Chancellor's bid to avoid being put under administration.

Unisa taken over by government

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Blade Nzimande officially gazetted his decision to place Unisa under administration. According to eNCA, Professor Ihron Rensburg, former University of Johannesburg VC, has been entrusted with running the institution's Council and university management.

The minister of higher education's moves. comes after the VC, LenkaBula, interdicted the notice to place them under administration. Blade Nzimande was encouraged to make the decision by an independent assessor who found serious indications of corruption.

SA discusses Unisa changes

People had varying reactions to the developments at Unisa. Many lamented that the university can no longer be trusted.

@OWokeyDokey said:

"Once a great institution, it is now a shadow of its former self."

@JustinRamblings wrote:

"Another institution ruined by the ANC touch."

@GriffinForGold commented:

"Bad university. No surprise."

@MapsRealEstate_ added:

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"We are not surprised at all. In these tough economic times, companies will discriminate against qualifications from this Uni. Everything, unfortunately, has to be questioned now. What if lectures were bribed? Competency of their systems."

@Triciakoki complained

"Aahh, when I just applied. Not good news."

Why is Unisa under administration?

Finance records by Unisa have led to many unanswered questions. Briefly News reported that the university should have accounted for a shady R77 million laptop deal.

Domestic worker gets degree from Unisa

Briefly News previously reported that In a remarkable display of dedication and resilience, a domestic worker from KwaZulu-Natal has defied all odds and successfully completed a teaching degree from the University of South Africa (Unisa).

TikTok user @ndlazisammy has proven that dreams can be turned into reality with determination and hard work. In a video posted on social media, the domestic worker proudly displayed her invitation from Unisa for her graduation.

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Throughout her journey, she faced numerous challenges, including long work hours and limited resources. However, her passion for teaching and commitment to self-improvement propelled her forward.

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Rutendo Masasi (Human-Interest editor) Rue Masasi is a Human Interest and Entertainment writer at Briefly News who graduated with a BA (Hons) in English from Rhodes University in 2018. Rue also has 2 years of experience in journalism and over four years of experience as an online ESL teacher. She has also passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. You can reach her via email: rutendo.masasi@briefly.co.za