10 September 2019 | Video Evan Zerf. Journalist Carla Bernardo. Photo Jeā€™nine May.

Uyinene Mrwetyana, a first-year UCT student, went missing on Saturday, 24 August. A desperate yet hopeful search ensued in the days that followed. But then, on Monday, 2 September, the worst news was confirmed: Nene was found murdered.

Immediately, the university community commenced a period of mourning in Nene's honour. This included prayer circles, night vigils, protest action and a memorial.

We need to strengthen our commitment to prevent and deal with sexual and gender-based violence at all levels.

UCT will continue to work with all staff, students and society at large to tackle this scourge.

#RememberNene | #RiseAgainstSGBV | #JustNO

 


Source Article: https://www.news.uct.ac.za/article/-2019-09-10-uyinene-mrwetyana-a-week-of-mourning-and-reflection