Walter Sisulu University (WSU)

SAHRC Finds SAPS Violated Use-of-Force Laws During Walter Sisulu University Unrest

The unrest, which took place on and around 27 May 2024, resulted in multiple injuries and exposed systemic weaknesses in protest management by the university, security personnel, and oversight bodies. Photo: X

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has released its Final Inquiry Report into the 2024 unrest at Walter Sisulu University (WSU), concluding that the South African Police Service (SAPS) used force in violation of national laws and failed to meet constitutional standards. The report was released on Thursday. The unrest, which took place on… Continue reading SAHRC Finds SAPS Violated Use-of-Force Laws During Walter Sisulu University Unrest

Three Walter Sisulu University Students Arrested Following Protest Over Release of Alleged Killer of Sisanda Mbolekwa on Bail

The Walter Sisulu University campus in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape has descended into chaos after students embarked on a protest to voice their anger over the release of a residence manager who allegedly shot Sisanda Mbolekwa dead last month. The alleged killer, Manelisi Mampane, was granted R10 000 bail by the Mthatha Magistrate Court… Continue reading Three Walter Sisulu University Students Arrested Following Protest Over Release of Alleged Killer of Sisanda Mbolekwa on Bail

Eastern Cape Police Confirms Student was Shot Dead at Walter Sisulu University, Another Injured

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The Police in the Eastern Cape have confirmed that a student was shot dead at the Mthatha campus of Walter Sisulu University and another one was injured yesterday, 15 April 2025. According to the police, the incident happened when frustrated students mobilised themselves on the evening of Monday, 14 April 2025, complaining about the bad… Continue reading Eastern Cape Police Confirms Student was Shot Dead at Walter Sisulu University, Another Injured