The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) has appointed gender activist Nomboniso Gasa to probe the university's handling of rape allegations."I have appointed Ms Nomboniso Gasa to investigate whether or not there were any lapses on the part of the University’s structures and officials in their responses to the rape complaint," said Wits vice-chancellor Adam Habib in a statement on Saturday.Last week the university which has been the hotbed of Fees Must Fall protests was once again thrust under the spotlight, this time for an alleged rape which happened three weeks ago at the Wits Junction Residence.The university trended on social media as members of the public and students vented about the university protecting the man accused of the rape.Gasa who is also a researcher and analyst on politics, culture and leadership will report to Habib on her findings in the next 72 hours.Her probe will look into the university's response, management and the processes followed in the matter inclu...
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