International students wishing to return to universities would be subjected to Covid-19 testing before being readmitted. Minister Blade Nzimande said these students would also need to go into quarantine at their own expense for at least 10 days. International students wishing to return to South African universities, will be subjected to Covid-19 testing before being admitted back to class. By 22 September 2020, there were 54 561 students living in university-owned residences. "In addition, institutions reported that there were a further 49 360 students living in university leased and managed accommodation, 21 022 students living in university accredited private accommodation and 34 594 students living in other forms of private accommodation.

Source: News 24 September 30, 2020 17:03 UTC