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16 October 2025
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The University of the Free State (UFS) has obtained an interim court order prohibiting any individuals from engaging in unlawful activities or conduct on any of its campuses.
In terms of the order, no person may amongst others:
- Participate in or promote unlawful protest action;
- Disrupt or interfere with academic or online activities;
- Block access to or from university campuses;
- Intimidate, threaten, or harass students, staff, or visitors; or
- Damage, destroy, or tamper with university property or safety equipment.
The order applies to all UFS campuses — Bloemfontein, South, and Qwaqwa — and remains in force pending the final determination of the matter.
The University urges all members of the community to respect the order and uphold a safe, conducive environment for teaching, learning, and work.
Students in arts and culture recognised
2005-10-25
The University of the Free State (UFS) recognised students who achieved in arts and culture this year. Some of the students and guests who attended the ceremony were from the left Ms Lesley-Ann Mathews (honorary colours in Music), Ms Crystal Roberts (honorary colours in Drama and Theatre), Mr Louis Botha (Cultural Officer at the UFS), Ms Elaine Hickling (Trustee of the Arts Trust) and Mr Thabo Hlongwane (honorary colours in Music).