Varsity exams cancelled
2003-11-17 11:01
Mafikeng - The University of the North West in Mafikeng has been closed following protests that led to the arrest of 15 students, vice-chancellor Ngoato Takalo said on Monday.
Police fired teargas at students who had barricaded the main entrance of the institution.
Since last week the students have been protesting against a proposed increase in tuition fees and the merger of higher education institutions.
Takalo said the exams, which were scheduled to start on Monday, would not go ahead.
University management met on the matter on Monday.
- SAPA