UCT
The University of Cape Town (UCT) has offered an unreserved apology for failing to address 37 complaints of bullying between July 2018 and June 2019.
It said in a statement that if the Council had fulfilled its governance role at the time as required and taken appropriate action, the events and emotional trauma to many individuals could have been avoided.
UCT said it acknowledged that its actions had failed to uphold its policies and values around discrimination, violence, bullying, and harassment.
It said it was committed to creating, promoting and maintaining a safe and inclusive working, learning and research environment that respects the integrity, dignity, and privacy of all employees and students.
The University says it has taken steps to rectify the situation and provide support to those affected.
