Consequently, many schools have taken advantage of the digital technologies available in the market and shifted to online learning. Some new players in the student housing industry are already providing modern student accommodation that provides amenities such as round the clock security, reliable internet connectivity and recreation spaces. The regulations currently being developed by the government and education sector experts ahead of reopening of schools should propose new standards and a compliant model of student housing. Inevitably, student housing will form an important part of the debate to reopen schools. The ‘Qwetu’ model of student accommodation offers important insights into how best to house students moving forward.

Source: Standard Digital September 18, 2020 21:01 UTC