THE University of South Africa (Unisa) has warned students to be aware of fake registration sites providing misleading and unauthorised information about its application and registration processes.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, principal and vice chancellor, Professor Mandla Makhanya, said one article in particular published on a website, under the heading ‘Yes, You CAN Study For Free at Unisa in 2019’ was neither issued nor authorised by the university.

He added the university does not use third parties to distribute messages to students and applicants.

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The university also urged its students and the public at large to be vigilant and aware of social media sites that falsely claim to represent Unisa.

“The university condemns in the strongest terms possible the purveying of false information about its application and registration processes. In particular, we are concerned that a disingenuous act such as this preys on unsuspecting people who are yearning for an education, and has the potential to leave them devastated when such empty promises cannot be fulfilled.

“We urge everyone to be vigilant online and to rely only on the official website for the most up to date and accurate information about Unisa processes. Alternatively, you may contact the university telephonically or visit your nearest Unisa service centre for information,” said Makhanya.

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