Botho University students win suspension case

Botho University students during the court case PIC: KAGISO ONKATSWITSE
Botho University students during the court case PIC: KAGISO ONKATSWITSE

Botho University students have welcomed a judgement by Justice Terrence Rannowane of the Gaborone High Court ordering the university to reinstate the expelled students with immediate effect, and recognise the Student Representative Council (SRC).

A total of 25 students and nine SRC members were suspended following a peaceful demonstration relating to book allowances and accreditation of some courses.

The University was also ordered to provide remedial classes, examinations and continuous assessment that the students missed as a result of the suspension. Botho University lost the case with costs.

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