Cassim condemns disruption of NMU student engagement
Cassim was invited to engage with students on various issues such as academic challenges.
Nelson Mandela University's Deputy Minister of Education, Yusuf Cassim, denounced the disruption of his planned discussion with students over academic issues, funding allowances, and accommodation difficulties. Allegedly, a few dissatisfied students condemned Cassim's visit as a political strategy, as the university was preparing for SRC elections the following week.
Authorities were summoned to quell the unrest, and Cassim was accompanied by his personal bodyguards for a private meeting with university officials and student representatives. The deputy minister remarked that this was the first time in his government career to face such treatment. He expressed deep concern over the situation, noting that some students who genuinely needed assistance were present but were unable to do so due to the disruption.
Cassim emphasized that the disruptive students failed to comprehend the challenges faced by their peers and that their actions should not impede students' access to government services.
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