Unisa suspends graduation ceremonies as Covid-19 toll rises
The University of SA has also strongly advised students to study from home and to submit their assignments online
17 March 2020 - 11:08
The University of SA (Unisa), Africa’s largest open-distance learning institution, has suspended all graduation ceremonies until further notice, in an effort aimed at preventing further spread of Covid-19.
On Tuesday, Unisa announced that gatherings of more than 100 persons on all university premises are prohibited, including visits to the Unisa Art Gallery, and that students are strongly advised to study from home and are encouraged to submit their assignments online...
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