Manamela began proceedings labelling the university as being one of the high-risk institutions in the country when the coronavirus broke. He, however, applauded the efforts that have been undertaken by the institution in facing the challenges that were brought upon them, thus describing the current status of the institution being at medium risk. Manamela says the department is dedicated to working together with these institutions and showing them support while the virus still lurks in the country.

‘’The ministry, led by the Minister of Higher Education Blade Nzimande, is very committed to ensuring that we support all our institutions, Universities, TVET Colleges and Community Colleges in responding to the Covid-19 pandemic. We have been doing so since the first few cases were announced. The Minister set up a task team with the intention to ensure that we consult, engage, discuss, and fight the Covid-19 virus’’.    

Vice-Chancellor of the CUT, Henk de Jager, began proceedings on Tuesday morning with the management as well as the university's health team. De Jager says the institution on both the Welkom and Bloemfontein campus has brought back 54.9% of its students. Together with the help of its health team they have implemented health and safety protocols that will assist with the smooth transition of students going back to campus.

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