Pretoria varsity probes EFF students after 'clear call for violence'

The University of Pretoria (UP) is investigating an incident in which members of the EFF Student Command (EFFSC) chanted the Kill the Boer song during their leader Julius Malema’s public lecture last week.

- Marizka Coetzer

UP spokesperson Rikus Delport said the incident was being probed and UP would take action against anyone in violation of its policies and rules.

Delport said UP strongly condemned any form of incitement to violence, discrimination and racism on any of our campuses.

“This behaviour is in direct conflict with the values of our university, which aim to maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all students, staff, and visitors.

“We want to make it clear that the university will not hesitate to take action against any individual or group that violates our policies and rules.

“Anyone involved in behaviour that harms or damages our community will be held accountable in accordance with the university’s disciplinary procedures,” he said.