Mapulaneng College protest: Students call for minister's intervention. Image credit: The Post News
Mapulaneng TVET College students in Bushbuckridge, Acornhoek have taken to the streets to protest against the severe shortage of basic amenities, including water, textbooks, and lecturers. The students, gathered outside the institution, are demanding immediate attention to these pressing issues.
According to one of the student leaders, Mapulaneng TVET College has boreholes that are currently not functioning, exacerbating the water shortage crisis. “If the boreholes can be fixed, the issue of water shortage can be addressed,” the leader explained.
The protest highlights the dire situation faced by students at Mapulaneng TVET College, who are struggling to pursue their education amidst these challenges. The students are calling for urgent action from the authorities to resolve these issues and provide a conducive learning environment.
The students have addressed these issues with campus management, but say they have not received a satisfactory response. “We’ve spoken to the management, but they’re not willing to listen,” said one student leader.
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) student leaders are supporting the protest, highlighting that many students are struggling to cope without textbooks and adequate lecturers at Mapulaneng TVET College. “It’s a crisis,” said another student, who has not yet been able to register due to the ongoing issues.
Mapulaneng TVET College Students Feel Unheard
The students are peacefully protesting, burning tires outside the college to draw attention to their demands for better facilities, including water, textbooks, and lecturers. However, police have been quick to disperse them, without understanding the issues, the students allege.
Police Response Sparks Controversy
The police response has sparked controversy, with students accusing them of harassment. “Every time we try to address this matter, the management calls police to harass and bully us,” said a student leader.
The students are calling on the minister to intervene and help resolve these recurring issues. “This problem happens every year,” said a student leader. “We need the minister’s help to address these legitimate concerns and create a better learning environment.”
The students emphasize that they are forced to protest because they have no other choice, and would rather be in class learning.
The campus management has not yet responded to requests for comment. The protest is ongoing, with students voicing their concerns and demanding solutions.
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