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MBChB/Medicine (3rd year)

B.Sc Economics (3rd year)

Manifesto If elected as Treasurer I will ensure that the students of this campus will be given a truthful representation of the financial status and wellbeing of the SRC. The current SRC has set in motion foundations of improvement, but far more can be achieved with that set foundation and a few new initiatives that will fulfil the needs of the students. I believe student leadership should set an example to the rest of campus by assisting students in every way possible.

Manifesto When it comes to finances we are faced with issues that include the ever so worrying de-registration of students and coupled with that, I believe is the other serious battle of mismanagement of funds by students(we all know them…they used to buy Die Deli everyday beginning of the year and now there is no cent to their name).

These are some of the issues that have ignited my interest to stand for this portfolio and therefore believe that I could contribute by implementing the following during my term of office.

“Your interest is my mandate, that’s all that matters…”

“Transparency, the Currency that counts!”

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“Bringing you an accountable, effective and reliable SRC.”

Manifesto: I am driven towards ensuring that the SRC is a true representative and champion of student issues and to focus resources towards making the environment of the student as conducive as is needed and to create platforms in which students can actively participate and have a voice in processes, structures and decisions that affect their successes as a future Kovsie graduate. To develop active student leadership and an active and accountable SRC. I am standing for an accountable Student Representative Council but most essentially an SRC that is responsive to needs of the students.

“Vote for a Student Responsible Council!!! Vote Nigel Masalla!!!”

MBChB (2nd Year)

B. Social Work (3rd year)

Manifesto To serve in a responsible, honest and fair way so that I can be an example for others. ...THE SRC IS: Inclusiveness: Any student should be able to voice their opinion to the SRC. Serving the students: The SRC should not use more resources than it creates. Thus the SRC should show a net profit of resources, not a net loss. Empowerment: To teach skills I possesses of to other and to learn from others. Encourage critical thinking among students. To be an ambassador for the University of the Free State.

Manifesto A lot has been done and a lot is yet to be done - my perception on transformational leadership.

“INCLUSIVE, SERVING AND EMPOWERING STUDENTS (ISE)”

This ‘doing’ is not a single-handed responsibility of the elected SRC of a certain term, but rather the collaborative effort of the entire university population. This includes all the students living off campus, student who are enrolled in day/city residences as well as the students living in senior and junior residences. I, therefore, stand for the solidarity of all the students of the University of the Free State in the long term transformation of the institution.

I am passionate. I am dedicated.

I am not only committed to the idea on an SRC that truly represents the students' voice, but also excited by it.

“Students. Solidarity. Transformation.”

Thulani Babeli Treasurer

Nigel Masalla Vice-President

Mpho Khati Vice-President

Lindokuhle Ntuli President “Suffocate Silence, There is Justice for All!”

Manifesto My vision is to bring you a reliable and accountable Student Representative council that will selflessly champion student's interest and deal with issues. An SRC that will ensure that students remain central always. An SRC that will create a platforms for speaking about issues without being silenced. I will ensure that : There SRC members are held accountable through the student parliament and other means and the parliament on its own its fully functioning and has regular sittings. Ensure that through policy the SRC is obliged to raise funds for students.

LL.B (5th year)

B.Sc Actuarial Science (Final year) Manifesto I deem very central the need to keep the office of the treasurer as transparent, honest, accountable and with the highest degree of integrity as possible. As Treasurer, I intend to advocate for students’ fair representation in terms of their fiscal standing within the University (provisional registration, textbook subsidy etc.) To also broaden the office’s scope of responsibility from too narrowed administrative office work to also, more ‘hands-on’ responsibilities running projects like fundraising; planning business seminars; and debate sessions around the issues of financial architecture that impacts on students. Similarly, to extend and diversify the source base for SRC funds.

“Bank on me and I will treasure your vote.”

Katleho Letube Transformation

Shaun Grobler Treasurer

“Unified transformation, not by words, but by actions.”

Manifesto: I commit to serve you. During my term I will prioritise on the following: A functional Student Parliament as an SRC advisory and accountability body. Reduce financial and academic exclusion: enact a policy that will make it mandatory for the SRC to fundraise - cut down on SRC projects - merge SRC programmes with residences and associations, also encouraging direct student participation. Recognised student representation in all forums of the university (including South Campus). Consumer protection: Accommodation and Food service providers. Policy review: Replacement and Placement. Safety of students on and off campus.

B.Soc.Sc (Human and Societal Dynamics)

Dineo Mashile Transformation

Manifesto: If elected as President, I will help build a solid Kovsie pride through hard work, diligence, drive towards our transformation purpose and optimism, together with support from all partners and the confidence of the student community. Creating an atmosphere of student involvement, continued development on the foundation laid by the 2014/15 SRC and a crucial point of inclusion of our off-campus students. I will fight for what the student regard as important and ensure that mutual respect, fairness and equality in all its facets prevail in all ways.

LLB (4th year)

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B.A Governance and Political Transformation (3rd year) The philosophy for success is based on the premises that leadership is a process, not an event”.

For transformation to occur it must commence with individuals”. To me, transformation process means reassessing this University, and then taking action on transforming and moulding it to be the best it can be. Being elected into office I will work in cooperation with all the SRC portfolios and the Institute for Reconciliation and Social Justice to ensure that the voices of students, both on and off campus, are heard. We are the change we want to see and our power comes from unity I am passionate. I am dedicated.

I am not only committed to the idea on an SRC that truly represents the students' voice, but also excited by it.

“For our tomorrow, we take action today!”

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Manifesto I stand to be a mediator for student interests in governance structures. If I would be elected I would pursue the following objectives. Transparency, having an open-door policy in which students will have the ability to come and speak to me on matter concerning their varied interests.

Quarterly reports to be made available for students, SRC’s objectives and deadlines to be made known to the student body, which will help facilitate accountability.

Different forms of communication to increase participation.

The use of social media, e-mails, blackboard, associations, RCs to distribute quarterly minutes, and sms’s, tweets to notify students to check their e-mails.

Manifesto My vision lies in vastly improving the lives of my fellow students and colleagues. If elected, I will represent my fellow students by ensuring that meetings such as the council meetings, executive meetings and meetings with the dean, only to mention a few, are of utmost productivity.

Bearing in mind that the office of the secretary is not an office for many external projects, one of my goals is to ensure that the SRC consultation desk is of extreme efficiency, as the voices of the students invariably need to be heard. Emotional stability is also crucial, and that is where my ultimate goal lies.

“Vote for Nothando Hlophe, for communication that inspires change!”

“Be the change you want to witness, it all begins with you.”

Jeanne-Mari Mc Donald Legal and Constitutional Affairs

Nomvula Kraai Legal and Constitutional Affairs

Mihlali Matanzima Secretary

LLB (3rd year)

LLB (2nd year)

Manifesto: •Push agenda of the students forward, less committee meetings and engage more with student body. Maintain effective internal communication and transparency within the SRC. Ensure that meetings and other consultations are recorded properly and constantly updated. Engage in truth with management in ensuring that students’ needs are addressed. Promote leadership that is grounded in service and oversee accountability. Draw up year plan for the SRC activities and distribute it to students. Compile mid-term reports on overall work of the SRC. Ensure that portfolios have the necessary resources and support to achieve their goals.

Work on ‘Kovsie Fund’ for financially needy students.

Manifesto: MISSION: Assist students with contractual issues especially with regards to off-campus students.

Have programs which can educate the students about their legal rights and possible remedies they can use to implement those rights and increase student participation in these programs. Together with other associations in the institution we can help those who can’t voice their opinions. We aim on making sure that our students mostly off-campus students don’t get sucked into contractual agreements just because they are desperate for accommodation.

VISION: Equip the student community with legal knowledge which will prevent them from falling into contractual agreements which they cannot honour.

Manifesto: My vision is for us to become a generation of legally informed and responsible students.

We must accept our different cultures and backgrounds, but more importantly celebrate the dreams we have for the future of our university, and our country. My main goal is to teach students “legal life skills” e.g. General contract and labour law necessary to survive in the working world. I would like to be the link and communicate to students the structures in place designed especially for the problems they face. Continuing the engagement forums with offcampus service providers, to protect vulnerable students.

“With the students - For the students.”

“Innovation by the students in charge of change.”

“Action with compassion. Dedicated to justice.”

LLB (3rd year)

LLB (4th year)

B.Ed (3rd year)

Manifesto: As a passionate member of the UFS community, I am committed to the idea of an SRC that represents the students’ voice and more importantly, delivers on its promises.

I do not intended on using this opportunity to list my achievements but rather on what I have to offer to the student population and how I plan on doing so.

The values that I plan to purport whilst in office rest on these three pillars: Equality, Dignity and Freedom to all students. These will form the bedrock of every decision that I make in helping to advance the students’ interest in my official capacity.

As a team player, I am determined to work retrospectively towards improving the foundation that has already been laid by the previous Legal and Constitutional Affairs office, while prospectively working hand in hand with the new official incumbents.

Manifesto: I firmly believe in creating a campus where student rights and interest become the key principles and priority of the SRC. I seek to find solutions to problems voiced by you the student community and pledge to make this portfolio to be the voice of the voiceless students. If elected I will ensure service delivery on the following: Promote the Constitution, UFS Constitution and all its objectives.

Campaign for student rights awareness between students and administrators. Informing students of the legality of any administration process. Investigating and scrutinising student life through regular engagements to address housing and residence affairs and safety affairs.

There comes a time where silence is betrayal’ by Martin Luther King. The time is now speak out and be heard!

Manifesto: If elected to the SRC I would work to ensure that the UFS most vulnerable students, the First Generation Students, feel represented, supported and equipped to face the challenges they will come up against in their years of studying. Giving them opportunities to grow and develop as leaders and academically, thus providing them with a solid foundation so that they are able to leave our university equipped for future success. My vision is to make this office an efficient, well-resourced and informed office that is open, approachable and inclusive to all students who might need its help.

“Vote Small for Big Change.”

“The Voice of the Voiceless.”

“Building a foundation for the first generation.”

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B.Com Accounting (3rd year)

Nicola King First Generation Students

B.Soc.Sc Human and Societal Dynamics (2nd year)

Lesley-Ann Terblanche Legal and Constitutional Affairs

Tsietsi Mafoso Secretary

B.A Media Studies and Journalism (3rd year)

Luke Small Legal and Constitutional Affairs

Nothado Hlophe Secretary

Manifesto: Bloemfontein

UFS CSRC Elections Schedule Bloemfontein SRC Elections: 31 August - 1 September 2015 SRC Sub-council Elections: 2 September 2015 Announcement of new SRC: 3 September 2015 Qwaqwa SRC Elections: 28 August 2015 SRC Sub-council Elections: 31 August 2015 Announcement of new SRC: 31 August 2015

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Manifesto: If elected as SRC First Generation Students, I will undertake to adhere to the responsibilities given to my position, develop student activities and complete my task to the best of my abilities by effective and efficient student governance. My aim as SRC First Generation Students would be to offer mentorship, leadership and support to every prospective first year student. I vow to carry the interest of the students and to handle all students equally. First Years are the next generation of Kovsies and therefore it is of utmost importance to support, mentor and develop them.

Manifesto: The students’ needs and interests are of paramount importance.

-I adhere to an open door policy and an easily accessible, open communication system. My goal is to create an SRC service website in which people can contact the SRC with regards to any concerns and suggestions, with the promise that it will be addressed.

-I continue raising awareness on challenges which, with awareness, can drastically improve students’ campus experience. i.e. relating to disability, LGBTIQ rights, psychological disorders, HIV and AIDS. -I collaborate with the Health and Wellness, as well as the Human Rights office for my projects.

Manifesto: I believe that this portfolio can be used as a vehicle to achieve many things. Amongst others: Clarity with regards to the channels that students must follow to aid their issues, especially within their respective faculties. The already-existing modes of engagement need to be clarified to us, as students. If found to be non-effective, I plan to advocate for their amendment.

I plan to advocate for a more comprehensive advising desk that considers more than just your marks in advising which course will be suitable for you. This entails the taking of psychometric tests in the determination of a suitable course.

“Your interests. Your needs.

My priority.”

“He Wins, We Win.”

B.A Political Science (Honours in International Relations) Manifesto: I believe in equal opportunity for all, which is why during my term, it will be my explicit aim to: Establish functioning associations for students with disabilities and LGBTQI groups; Run support service projects; Cross-portfolio programmes that deals with access and support to services and the creation of an inclusive campus community (i.e. Transformation, Sport etc.); Academic building signs in braille; Wheelchair access in all residences; greater visibility and greater accessibility to support services on our campus. My ultimate aim is to be a part of a SRC which represents its constituency holistically and bring about a shared narrative.

“Equality is a commodity.”

B.A Geography and Environmental Management (3rd year) Manifesto: I will ensure that student welfare and student development is at the heart our institution. I aim to identify, understand and address the needs of Kovsies. I will contribute towards a high level of graduates, the provision of new knowledge and skills for students and most importantly, the development of active students.

My aim as a leader is to: Create a platform where students are able to start up and expand their business ventures on campus.

Work towards eradicating poverty among students. I intend on raising environmental awareness by: Changing the way students view and think about the environment.

Provide awards, recognition and incentives to those who take initiative in the protection of the environment.

“True leaders do not create followers - they create more leaders!”

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Itumeleng Matla Student Development & Environmental Affairs

Sam-Maree Rooi Student Accesibility and Support

Victor Sejane Student Accesibility and Support B.Com Accounting (N/A)

Karabo Pheko Student Development & Environmental Affairs

“Igniting student leadership from First Generation and throughout. Vote Brand Louw!”

LLB (4th year)

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B.Administration (2nd year) Manifesto: We can enhance student growth and development by stimulating the intellect and character of the student. Engaging on and off campus students regarding essential information through comprehensive transparency. Insertion of practical experience and exposure in relation to various fields of study and to encourage entrepreneurship in students. Working together for a better change through open dialogue tackling major issues we face on campus and addressing them by breaking down population isolation on campus societies.

My plan is to maintain and build on the already set vibrant student development and environmental programmes. Creating dedication to environmental awareness, activism and promoting sustainability.

“Unity through inclusion and participation.”

Peo Segano Media & Marketing

B.A Language Practice (3rd year)

Rohula Kgabu Student Accesibility and Support

Brand Louw First Generation Students

Manifesto:Bloemfontein

B. Administration (N/A) Manifesto: I plan to partner with off-campus accommodation service providers to ensure that commuter students get access to both SRC & institutional information. Secondly, making the SRC social media accounts more active and posting frequently, not only with SRC information but external opportunities as well. Furthermore; to ensure that the KUMF (Kovsie United Music Festival) becomes an official annual student social cohesion event, and finally the establishment of an informal SRC monthly engagement sessions at the bridge to also improve the PR image of the SRC.

“You Deserve to Know.”

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B.Social Science (3rd year)

B.Admin (2nd year)

B.A General (3rd year)

B.A General (3rd year)

Manifesto: The SRC interacts with students outside the office to allow students to know what individual portfolios are about, raise their concerns and hold SRC members accountable. Students have a say on what they’d like to improve in each portfolio.

The SRC is present at business seminars to network so we know who to approach for funding when students get de-registered.

Run competition for the best designed shirt that the SRC will sell for a limited edition to raise funds for KUMF. Video-competition with a different theme every month.

Students are encouraged to wear something ‘Kovsie’ when we have Mass Meetings.

Manifesto: John F. Kennedy said “If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the artist free to follow his vision wherever it takes him.”

I believe that each student should be given a chance to actually be free to recognize and nurture their own distinctive heritage as well as promoting social justice.

I’m aware that UFS has a proud cultural history and I believe in inclusivity and transparency. I will have an open door policy where people’s concerns and ideas will be viewed. Together we can improve the arts and culture platform of our beloved kovsies.

Manifesto: If elected as SRC Arts and Culture I WILL organize events that appeal to students Artistic and cultural need and endeavour in projects that contribute to the progress of the UFS and student community. Providing platforms for all talented ‘Kovsie’ students and not a selected few. Furthermore, I will ensure that I am SRC member that is committed to tackling fundamental student issues whilst representing all student voice. An SRC member that understands that students are the heart of the university An SRC member that promotes leadership that is grounded in service and is centred on lobbying for core student issues.

I am passionate. I am dedicated.

Manifesto: I intend to Standardize all sporting codes to the same level of importance, improve Transformation through dialogues specifically on sports, Re-establishing Inter-Intra Varsity but with more diversified universities like UJ or UP. Maintaining the Sports review report, making a point that off campus students participate in Sports. Having effective communication with Kovsie Sport and RCs prioritising first years participation in Sports because they are the future of University Sporting excellence, making a point that facilities are available for Sporting codes around campus, making a point that first aid is available in campus leagues and Increase Women Participation in Sport.

I Submit.

“We move forward with collective effort.”

“Embracing YOUR Culture.”

“For an Extraordinary ‘Kovsie’ Arts and Culture, Vote Delia Moumakwe.”

“#Transformation _is _key _for _Diversified _Excellence.”

Neo Thebe Sport

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Kabelo Noosi Sport

Gali Moticoe Media & Marketing

Mohau Lesebo Arts and Culture

Delia Moumakwe Arts and Culture

Manifesto: Bloemfontein

B.A Governance and Political Transformation (3rd Year) Manifesto: Disseminate information and projects to the Student Community regarding various support structures at their disposal, such as sports programmes and games as well as leagues especially with regard to the Sporting Codes that are not recognised within Kovsie Sport and any information relevant to Students. Through Awareness programs, use Sport as a mechanism to make the Student Community aware of the Social ills (HIV/AIDS, Substance Abuse, Depressive Thoughts, Low Self Esteem, Anxiety, etc. ) within campus and how they can use Sport to rid them.

“To Have An Open Door Policy.”

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Zeuthu Mhlongo Deputy President

Paseka Sikhosana President

Ntandoyenkosi Mndebele President

Tseko Masoeu President

Manifesto: Qwaqwa

3rd year B.A General (SADESMO)

3rd year B. Ed Languages (SASCO)

4th year Bsc. Environmental Geography (SADESMO)

3rd year B.Ed. Pre-School and Foundation Phase (NASMO)

It will be my role to promote a multicultural environment through programs of social adaptations and expressions from the student community. I will be a pedestal of students so they strive towards their goals through progressive communication effectively. We need to have our own YouTube channel, community radio, and a local newspaper which will serve as perimeters of effective communication and acknowledgement. I will initiate a UniQwa fund account that will be projected towards the underprivileged, student development, sports and arts and culture.

If elected as President of the SRC, Transformation will be my priority. A United Democratic Leadership is the solution to campus transformational issues.

The qwaqwa campus has seen a great lack of collective leadership within student leaders and student organisation which seek to advance the agenda of the students. But mostly We as campus need a active student life both academically and socially, like the resident life which needs a reconstruction so that it advances the instruments of Res value system and Res culture, which is not there!

SRC is a platform for advancing transformation and addressing daily student’s grievances, and I as the presidential candidate intend to strive to transform this campus, through inclusive approach that is non-sexist, nonracial but a democratic student community that acknowledges diversity and difference. I believe that in student centralism, therefore nothing about us without us (I condemn any decisions that are taken and imposed to students without their input). The struggle for Free Education won’t come to an end.

It is an honour to be elected by NASMO as the deputy president candidate of the SRC. I assure students that we are up for the challenges. I wish to re-establish the following in the SRC: Transparency and accountability in the SRC office and student populace.

Commit myself towards working with other members of the SRC to ensure students a conducive learning environment in all faculties within our campus. Protect any kind of discrimination, financial and academic exclusion.

Putting the voice of the students first as I would be representing them.

“I am your president, I choose to be innovative.”

“Leadership decision should always be made at lowest possible level.”

“Nothing about us without us.”

If re-elected under the banner of SADESMO, I will use my well gained experience as SRC Deputy President 2014/2015 to support and empower 2015/2016 SRC for the mission at hand which is to always prioritise students’ needs at all times. As an African women in leadership who has a mission to strive for equality, one principal that has been enshrined within the University is academic excellence and as deputy-President for 2015/2016 I look to limit academic limitation/challenges within the University with students voices behind me with the idea of being committed to voicing students problems.

“Empowering women in leadership.”

3rd year B.Ed Foundation Phase (EFFSC) I will ensure that students voices are heard and students needs will be my first and only priority in order to excel academically among other things. I will create a transparency policy between students and the management because I feel that students should have a part in their learning.

“I chose to put student first and make sure that all their needs are catered for.”

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“RISE NASMO RISE.”

Nondumiso Langa General Secretary

Mpho Pooe Deputy President

3rd year B.Ed Foundation Phase (EFFSC)

3rd year B. A General (EFFSC) The main responsibility of the secretary is to be responsible for the administrative functions of the SRC. Given the opportunity to be secretary of the SRC, I will document all minutes of the SRC to ensure that we know our progress in terms of our year plan,in addition to making students aware of that of information that concerns them within 7 days after having meeting as the SRC as stipulated by constitution. In collaboration with the portfolio heads I will ensure that students especially those who are part of student structures know about meetings and programs that are planned by the office bearers to promote equality, social cohesion more importantly transparency within the SRC.

“The Diamond Standard.”

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Snenhlanhla Mfeka Treasurer General

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If elected as General Secretary I will ensure that there’s practice of transparency and a mutual relationship built between students and their SRC. I will also ensure that there’s regular updating to the students from the SRC about all matters which affect them. As a leader, I believe it is my duty to ensure there’s various open communication tools between whom I’m leading and myself. If I’m elected, I promise to serve the students with high expertise, transforming their disappointments to great achievements.

I will commit to the student body as an engine of the governance structure on campus making sure that I act as a communication channel between the SRC, Student parliaments, Management and importantly the student populate. But most importantly I will always be present in all SRC meeting to document everything.

The very mandate and vision of the SRC speaks of it being a body founder by student. If I’m elected in my term of office I will compassionately find solution that benefit student body moreover my job would be and keep important documents.

Leaders are supposed to be in the direction of work to live to live to work so that in deduction the subjects that impede on the students conditions or academic period will be changed for the better. Hence the main aim is improving the underprivileged conditions for students. On the other hand, the crucial part is if I were to be elected as Treasurer General I will do what I say and not say what I will do and this is being specific to decreasing the number of students that are being affected by financial matters and their academic problems.

If I am elected as the Treasurer general of the Student Representative Council of Qwaqwa campus I will: exercise control over the implementation of the annual budget and adjustments.

Enforce financial transparency in the institution I will also provide guidance to the school on budget limits, identify and determine the overall spending level. Ensure that the funds of the University and its members are managed efficiently. Work closely to the committee supporting when and where I’m needed and also bring new ideas relevant to organizing events.

Manifesto As a SASCO candidate my manifesto is dedicated to strive to work for educational, moral and cultural upliftment of students, without any intention of making profit and to also work around in trying to make sure that a large number of our students are able to register each year, so that they can be part of the University of the Free-State’s educational system.

“I am your candidate because I chose to Serve you.”

“Name the Best forget the Rest.”

“I work to live to live to “Never give an order that work.” can’t be obeyed.”

“A change agent and an organic intellectual.”

B.A (EFFSC)

2nd Year B.Ed (SADESMO)

Manifesto I Sabelo Vilakazi I would like to ensure that in my structure EFF-SC under the SRC every transaction that will take place is transparent to students as well to my fellow members, and also if I can a get this position of being a Treasurer general I will provide a good financial health by producing detailed financial statements and coordinating investment decisions. I also promise to work in tandem with other members executives in order to create and meet the quarter-to-quarter budgetary benchmarks as instructed by the chief executive officer or the President.

Manifesto It has been my passion to contribute to the welfare of students in our University; I wish to take my contributions to the next level where I plan to make the students unions more student-centre, open and closer to every student irrespective of race, gender, religion, political structure and/or belief.

I plan to make the campus a hub of ideas where students will be free to contribute their opinions as with regards to what happens inside and outside of the campus.

Students often face problems with respect to their timetables and other courses related issues which need to be dealt with swiftly, efficiently and effectively.

With regards to this portfolio, one would create platform that would allow all student and student leaders to engage on issues that affect the general student.

“Leaders with Radicalism/ Sizofunda ngenkani .”

“A vote for SADESMO is a vote for service delivery.”

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Manifesto In attempt to create a democratic society, institutions of higher learning should offer platforms for students to partake in political activism. The new agenda is different from that of the 1976 youth and the political structures on our campuses should reflect a new era of student politics. Politics play a vital role in today’s democratic society. Through political activism we can achieve transformation. We cannot force individuals to transform, we can rather create spaces where transformation dialogues can take place since it is evident that we have a very active political community on this campus, we should strive to disintegrate political structures and detach the ethnical face they have.

“Transform your life, renew the campus and change the world!!!”

Thulasizwe Dubazane Student Development and Environmental Affairs

Nthabiseng Mokoena Politics and Transformation 3rd year B. Ed Foundation Phase (SASCO)

Palesa Selepe Treasurer General

4th year B.A Psychology (NASMO)

Busisiwe Nkosi Politics and Transformation

2nd year B.A Industrial Psychology (SADESMO)

Solomuzi Khathi Treasurer General

4th year B. A Psychology (SADESMO)

Banele Mndaweni Politics and Transformation

2nd year B.Com General Management (EFFSC)

Sabelo Vilakazi Treasurer General

Londiwe Shezi General Secretary

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Baanetse Mokhotla General Secretary

Manifesto: Qwaqwa

B.Ed (NASMO)

3rd year B. Ed (SADESMO)

Manifesto If elected as politics and transformation, it will be my ideal to address the political concerns to the student structures and the individuals. The problems that affect everyone will be addressed accordingly by working hand in hand with all the structures and students.

This campus will never transform if the politics within the campus has not been addressed. We need to put such in action to transform our campus: Activate the student parliament.

Include all structures and leaders of representatives within the community. Find a way to make student understand about the student parliament so it could be more effective.

Manifesto If elected as SDO I will organize activities and events such as debates about things that matter including the environment, poetry sessions, drama , book clubs etc.

I will also organize motivational talks and outreach programs.

Create programs like CCDU( Counselling and Careers Development Units) I will empower students to set up new societies and projects. I will introduce job training workshops to help graduates gain employment, Confidence Workshops, Develop CV and skills. Other opportunities such as Volunteering. Get people involved in environmental affairs and in societies like the Green Campus initiative.

I will create workshops to educate people more about the environment.

“RISE NASMO RISE!!!”

“Vote for me and I won’t desert you.”

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Manifesto:Qwaqwa

Manifesto If elected for the Student Development and Environmental affairs portfolio I would ensure that the relationship of the entire student community actively participate in conserving the environment that they they are a part of and ensuring long lasting quality of the beauty of the campus that surrounds them.

I would ensure that all student obtain the privilege of having a sense of ownership of part of the surroundings that they are a part of, and while doing so, obtain the necessary skills that will make them responsible adults who look after the surrounding that they are a part of. Ensuring the greenest campus of them all!!!

Manifesto If elected as Media and Publicity officer I will ensure that I become a central messenger between the management and students.

Throwing lot of events on our campus to bring sense of togetherness among students to also reduce tribalism that we cannot shy away that it exist. The events will also be used as funding strategy for helping students facing deregistration. Make assurance that we have our own Radio station and have our own newspaper published weekly, autonomous from Bloemfontein campus. Make assurance that our Off-Campus students have at least security officer in their respective colleges.

“I am your candidate, because I chose to stand up.”

“VOTE BONGIWE for Media and Publicity Officer and see change!!!”

Sibusiso Nyambose Media and Publicity

3rd year B. A (SASCO)

Khulani Mhlongo Media and Publicity

Nhlanhla Shabalala Student Development and Environmental Affairs B.Ed (EFFSC)

2nd year B.Ed FET Phase (SADESMO)

B.Sc Information Technology: management (EFFSC)

Manifesto If elected as the Media and Publicity, my duty is to make sure that all students are informed with issues concerned with both the student and SRC. Therefore I would act as a bridge of information between the SRC and the students.

One major problem that I have noted is that, the SRC loses a lot of money with regards to sound system, hence a lot of money goes out to pay for sound system that the SRC hires when the is an event. If elected, I will use the SRC funds to buy the sound system that will not only help the SRC, but will also used by the different structures for free through the relevant bookings to SRC.

There is not enough relevant information about the Qwaqwa campus on the University of the Free State website. Elected as the media and publicity in the SRC I will ensure that the University of the Free State Qwaqwa campus has its own Qwaqwa campus section on the university website that will be displaying all the information about our campus from our academics to Qwaqwa campus student life and for none students who interested to study in our campus to know what to expect in The university of the free state Qwaqwa campus. I will also ensure a strong relationship between our campus and the Qwaqwa local newspaper company and community radio station such as Qwaqwa Radio.

“I do what I say and not say what I will do.”

“I am the game changer.”

Nonkululeko Shabalala Media and Publicity

Bongiwe Buthelezi Media and Publicity

Lindokuhle Ngubone Student Development and Environmental Affairs 2nd year B.A Political Science (SASCO) Manifesto I believe for students to excel academically, the must be developments to evolve the environment in which they dwell in.

As a leader that is willing to the serve all the students the aim is to advance the development of the students. However, I cannot falsify students and utter things that I know very well are impenetrable. As Student Development and Environmental Affairs, my main aim is to touch, inspire and advance each and every student’s life through great development programs. When talking about change, I mean change that students want to see, ensuring that students remain central, challenging obstacles that students encounter in our higher learning institution and lastly making their academic life improve for the better.

“I am the change that students want to see.”

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B.A(NASMO) If elected as media and publicity I will seek the right information which would help the students, in terms of bursaries, employments, events around the campus It would be also a great pleasure to include media when events of academics, sports or entertainments to promote the brand of the university of the Free State Lastly we think that media and publicity should play a major role in advertising how the community could help the student populace in bringing bursaries employment and fund raising ideas I ask all students to vote for me as I am dedicated to help the students with all the leadership qualities we have as NASMO.

“RISE NASMO RISE!!!”

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