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17 August 2020
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Story Nitha Ramnath
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Photo istock
Within the next five years, 60% of the world’s population will be living in urban areas. Urban living comes with large-scale economic advantages and society benefits from economies of scale. But, COVID-19 is challenging urban living. We have introduced the term ‘social distancing’ and some policy analysts have even argued for the de-densification of cities.
Join us for a discussion where our panellists will analyse this perceived conflict.
Date: Thursday, 27 August 2020
Time: 14:00 to 15:30 (South African Standard Time – GMT +2)
Please RSVP to Elelwani Mmbadi at
mmbadiE@ufs.ac.za no later than 25 August, upon which you will receive a Skype for Business meeting invite and link to access the webinar.
Speakers:
Prof Ivan Turok
Dr Geci Karuri-Sebina
Mr Thiresh Govender
Moderator:
Lochner Marais
Kovsie Rose launched
2005-11-15
The Kovsie Rose was launched at the Main Campus of the University of the Free State (UFS) in Bloemfontein. The rose is cultivated by Ludwig's Roses and appears in the latest catalogue of this famous rose grower. About 1000 roses will be planted on the campus.
From the left are Ms Edma Pelzer, Director: Physical Resources and Special Projects, Ms Adelé de Swardt, Horticulturist of the UFS and Prof Frederick Fourie, Rector and Vice-Chancellor.