Nzimande expected to place Unisa under administration

Nzimande is expected to announce his final decision on Friday. 

Governance at the country’s oldest university has been in the spotlight over the past few months amid claims of maladministration and tender fraud. 

An independent report commissioned by the Department of Higher Education recommended the institution be placed under administration. 

This came after an investigation revealed severe financial and maladministration issues undermining the institution's effective functioning. 

Spokesperson Ishmael Mnisi says Nzimande delayed making his decision on mutual agreement that the period of the written representations was extended to the 4th of September. 

"Being mindful of the legal and administrative requirements, the Minister awaited the response of the Unisa council…instead, the Council is going about its business as if there is no pending decision to be taken,” he says.  

"As a result, the Minister cannot wait indefinitely without taking a decision."  

According to the report, the appointment of an administrator would be in the best interest of Unisa and of higher education. 

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