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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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Disruption of academic activities: 21 February 2017
2017-02-20
A group of students gathered at the Thakaneng Bridge of the Bloemfontein Campus today and moved around campus to disrupt academic activities.
The senior leadership is assessing the situation with the support and assistance of the South African Police Service. Contingency plans for the safety and security of staff and students are in place. Classes have not been cancelled and the academic programme continues as normal.
Any updates will be shared on the university’s communication platforms.
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Lacea Loader (Director: Communication and Brand Management)
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