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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.
2015 Matriculant of the Year finalist to study Medicine
2016-01-11
Melano Walters, a Brebner High School pupil, was one of 14 finalists in the University of the Free State (UFS) 2015 Matriculant of the Year competition. The aspiring doctor is excited to studying Medicine (MBChB) at the UFS School of Medicine.
“One thing I’m looking forward to is freedom because I’ve been tied up at home. I’m also looking forward to studying the course that I am passionate about.”