16 March 2020 – Limited travel for staff and students of public higher education institutions

Intervention Categories: Social and physical distancing measures; Domestic travel; International travel measures
Level of Jurisdiction: National

Overview: The Department of Higher Education and Training directed that all non-critical travel by staff and students of public higher education institutions be cancelled or postponed. This measure applies to both international and domestic travel.

All planned meetings, symposia or conferences should be restricted and should explore alternative formats including telecommunications.
Full details here: https://www.gov.za/speeches/minister-higher-education-science-and-innovation-statement-measures-combat-covid-19