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Higher learning: Jacob Zuma schools NWU students
Former President Jacob Zuma gave a lecture to political science students at the North West University Vaal Campus on Wednesday.
Just 46 points separate Tuks and NWU heading into the final meeting of the season at the Tuks Athletics Stadium, a margin that equates to split seconds.
NWU secured a home semi-final as they ran out 35-31 winners over top four rivals Wits.
Strict security measures are in place as classes resume today after the institution was closed for 5 weeks.
NWU in Mahikeng is one of the institutions that have seen violent clashes during student protests.
SRC president Prince Motaung says the violent protests on campus have been difficult for first-year students.
Deputy Higher Education Minister Mduduzi Manana says if the education system is collapsed, it might never recover again; and has urged students throughout SA to show restraint.
Students have been told to go home by the North West University after a building was set alight on Wednesday night during a violent demonstration. The institution has been closed indefinitely whilst the damage is being assessed.
Some students are seen walking around campus with nowhere to go after buildings were torched.