Department Of Education To Beef Up Security At Institutions

By: Pamella Majola

The Department of Higher Education and Training says a national task force will be formed to focus on safety and security at institutions of higher learning.

Minister Blade Nzimande visited Fort Hare University in the Eastern Cape yesterday following a pattern of assassinations and threats on staff including vice-chancellor, Sakhele Buhlungu.

Nzimande says safety at institutions of higher education is a priority for the department.

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