Unisa suspends registrar for 'breaching code of ethics and conduct' | The Citizen

Unisa said it was “necessary” to put Mothata on precautionary suspension owing to his alleged conduct which is in breach of the Unisa’s University Code of Ethics and Conduct and the Employee Disciplinary Code.

“It is the university’s view that the suspension is necessary for the continued functioning and governance of the University. The university is of the view that due processes were followed which informed the decision to place the Registrar on suspension,” said Unisa. “The university also noted rumours being peddled in the public domain that Council no longer quorate and as such cannot hold meetings. The university has obtained a legal opinion that states that Council does quorate and should therefore continue with its business.”Unisa also reassured its community and stakeholders that the university’s business will continue as usual.

“Staff are encouraged to continue going the extra mile in promoting the academic project and providing support service to students.”","category_class":"child-of-news","time_ago":"3 weeks ago","premium":false,"gallery":false,"excerpt":"It has been alleged that over R285 000 was spent on curtains and R1.9 million for a new Mercedes-Benz GLE.

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