How does a university fall apart?
Our research points to a simple and consistent finding: when the leadership of an institution violates its own rules with respect to academic governance.
This is the single most important threat to the academic standing and reputation of what until now has been the continent’s leading research university. Of course, I am talking about the troubling events at the University of Cape Town over the past few weeks...You’ve always trusted us to help you navigate the world. Support the Sunday Times by becoming a premium member for only R80 and keep the conversation going. You can cancel anytime.
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