National Small Business Act, 1996 (Act 102 of 1996)
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Disaster Management Act, 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002)NoticesDirections on a National Framework and Criteria for the management of the 2021 Academic Year in Public and Private Higher Education Institutions8. Graduation ceremonies and other events |
| 8.1. | Physical graduation ceremonies should only be held aligned with the disaster regulations applicable at the time, subject to health and safety protocols and limited numbers. Institutions should also continue to utilise alternative graduation methods, including online graduations and delivery of certificates, particularly at Levels 3, 4 and 5 of the national lockdown. |
| 8.2. | All physical events such as student parties and other high -risk events should be suspended at all times while Level 5, 4 and 3 regulations are in force. Consideration may be given to specific events taking place during level 2 and 1 of the lockdown. |
| 8.3. | Conferences, workshops and sports events must be aligned with the Risk Alert Level applicable at the time. |
| 8.4 | Where there is ambiguity or doubt in the interpretation of these directions, events must align with the national Risk Alert Level Regulations applicable at the time. |
