The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has assured students, staff and the broader community that academic activities are proceeding as normal after protest-related disruptions at its Auckland Park Kingsway campus on October 26.

The protest, reportedly involving masked students wearing Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF)-branded clothing, centred on opposition to an alleged increase in registration fees from next year.

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Videos circulating on social media appear to show protesters disrupting activities at the university during the examination period. UJ management said the disruptions had been swiftly addressed and resolved, adding that normal university operations, including classes and examinations, had resumed.

The university also acknowledged the images and videos circulating online, clarifying that they do not reflect the current situation on campus. The protest highlights concerns among some students about the affordability of higher education, particularly for those from financially disadvantaged backgrounds.

UJ did not directly address the publication’s media query regarding the alleged increase in registration fees.

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The publication also contacted the EFF student command leadership on October 26 to establish whether the protesters wearing EFF-branded clothing were members of the organisation. The leadership said it would verify the information and revert to the publication.

The publication will follow up with university management for further comment, and this article will be updated once a response is received.

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