PRESIDENT Jacob Zuma has strongly condemned recent incidents of violence and the destruction of property on several campuses of universities. These include the North West University, University of Free State, University of Pretoria, the University of Cape Town.

The President has strongly appealed to protesters to act with restraint and express their grievances within the confines of the law and Constitution.

“The burning of university buildings at a time when we are prioritising the education of our youth is inexplicable and can never be condoned. No amount of anger should drive students to burn their own university and deny themselves and others education.

“Grievances should be handled in a peaceful manner. The Constitution of the Republic states that everyone has the right, peacefully and unarmed, to assemble, demonstrate, picket and present petitions. Protestors should adhere to the Constitution when undertaking protest action,”  the President said.

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