01/04/2026
Comrades and fellow students,
We have noted the call by the EFFYC Convenor urging students to stop sharing a video of one of their members who was assaulted. As a progressive student leader, I want to state clearly that I do not support the circulation of such content. Violence and the public humiliation of any student must never be normalised.
However, comrades, we must also speak honestly about consistency and principle.
It is deeply painful and disappointing that the very same individuals who today call for respect and protection of their member were previously involved in spreading misinformation and gossip about me, Comrade Ikhona from SASCO. False narratives were shared in EFFYC groups, damaging my name and reputation among students.
More concerning, a video involving me was circulated on their TikTok platform without my consent, and my name was used for political campaigns across campus. Despite the emotional impact of this, I chose not to respond publicly because I respect the dignity of student leadership and the unity of our campus.
Comrades, leadership must be guided by integrity, not convenience. We cannot defend human dignity only when it suits us politically. We must be consistent in rejecting cyberbullying, character assassination, and the violation of individuals’ rights regardless of political affiliation.
Let us build a culture of respect, accountability, and political maturity. Our struggle is not to destroy one another, but to advance the interests of all students.
Yours in student struggle
Comrade Ikhona Ngcuka
SASCO Convenor
