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08 April 2020
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Story Prof Francois Vreÿ, and Prof Hussein Solomon
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The international response to the Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) as a health security threat stimulated an international response that commenced with drastic, but localised actions in China, but responses rapidly manifested in more extreme measures in the rest of the world. Amidst international efforts imposing extraordinary national and international movement restrictions and a rush to find a medical cure, two questions arise. First, how does COVID-19 as a health security threat feature within the global security debate and second, how to explain the harsh responses that one observes.
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Alleged suspension of Prof. Ezekiel Moraka, Vice-Rector: External Relations
2010-11-10
The Management of the University of the Free State (UFS) hereby confirms that Prof. Ezekiel Moraka, Vice-Rector: External Relations, has not been suspended, as was reported in some of the media since last night.
The UFS Management has communicated to Prof. Moraka its intention to suspend him, based on allegations of misconduct brought to the attention of Management. Prof. Moraka has requested five days to submit reasons why he should not be suspended. As a result, the UFS has granted this request and has placed Prof. Moraka on special leave in order for him to prepare his submission.
A final decision regarding the suspension will only be made once the UFS has considered Prof. Moraka's submission.
The UFS confirms that the due process of the law is adhered to in all labour processes.
Media Release
Issued by: Lacea Loader
Director: Strategic Communication (actg)
Tel: 051 401 2584
Cell: 083 645 2454
E-mail: loaderl@ufs.ac.za
10 November 2010