Calm restored at Wits following violent protests
1,680 views · Published 20 September 2016 · 4:48 · Indexed 1 November 2026
Channel: SABC News · 2016 · News & Politics
Chaos erupted at Wits University's main campus in Johannesburg this morning as students and police clashed. Outraged students had attempted to attack vehicles entering the campus from Empire Road. The protest comes after Higher Education Minister, Blade Nzimande's announcement of an 8% cap on fee increases for universities. Students marched to the Medical and Education campuses late. For more news, visit: http://www.sabc.co.za/news
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