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Simon Namesho, Unam spokesperson. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
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Political activities disrupt Unam campus

University responds
The University of Namibia says they are reviewing recent unauthorised political activities held on campus. 
Hinauarue Rijatua
The University of Namibia (Unam) has been at the centre of recent political controversies and says it is taking measures to address recent political activity incidents in line with its rules and regulations.

In a statement issued by the university this week, the institution noted that on Monday, what was supposed to be an engagement between university management and student societies and clubs with political affiliations took an unexpected turn.

Unam stated that non-student members of the Landless People’s Movement (LPM) attempted to join the discussions and conduct political activities on campus without authorisation.

This led to a brief disruption of campus access as security protocols were enforced.

"Following discussions between university management and LPM leaders, in the presence of the Namibian Police, the situation was resolved amicably, and normal access to the campus was restored." Simon Namesho, Unam's public relations officer, said.



Friday's march

Monday's incident linked a group of "small group of students" who had organised an "unauthorised march" across the main campus in Windhoek last Friday, the university said.

The demonstrators were dressed in Swapo political regalia and chanting slogans.

The university confirmed they are currently reviewing Friday's incident and will take appropriate action in accordance with its rules and regulations.

"The university remains committed to engaging with registered student societies and clubs that are politically affiliated to ensure that their activities are conducted amicably and in line with the university’s policies, respecting all students’ rights to freedom of expression and association," Namesho said.

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