The South African Union of Students Saus has called for an independent assessor to investigate governance issues at the University of Venda. This follows Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela's announcement that he would appoint an assessor after the precautionary suspension of the university鈥檚 vice-chancellor and principal, Prof Bernard Nthambeleni, and chief operating officer, Botwe Kraziya. The suspensions occurred amid corruption allegations and after a 16 July council meeting failed to resolve the matter internally, leading to fears of litigation. Saus emphasized the importance of the independent assessor approaching the responsibility with impartiality, professional integrity, and a commitment to evidence-based findings.
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