UFH Alice CHC 2026/27

30/10/2026

| IN PICTURES: PROGRESS ON RESIDENCE MAINTENANCE

Date: 30 October 2026

Greetings to all students.

The Central Housing Committee (CHC), together with the Student Representative Council (SRC), yesterday conducted a walkabout at the East Camp Residences alongside the JVK maintenance team, following engagements with the company responsible for maintenance at the off-campus residences.

The visit was aimed at assessing progress on the ground and engaging directly with maintenance personnel regarding outstanding student concerns. We are pleased to report that major maintenance interventions are now underway, including roofing repairs, the fixing of lights,the painting, the installation of stoves and other essential maintenance work.

Furthermore, we are pleased to inform students that another batch of 133 stove units arrived last night, marking further progress following our engagements and the march to the relevant offices. We have also been informed that additional materials for carpentry, electrical work, plumbing and other essential maintenance interventions are expected to be delivered.

As the CHC, working closely with the SRC, we remain encouraged by the progress being made. We recognise that students have experienced frustration due to delays in addressing maintenance concerns. However, we want to assure the student community that we remain actively involved in monitoring these developments and ensuring that outstanding issues receive the necessary attention.

We therefore call upon students to remain patient as these interventions continue. Our responsibility does not end with engagements or meetings; we remain committed to following up, monitoring implementation and ensuring that the concerns raised by residents translate into meaningful improvements.

The fight for better, safer and dignified student living conditions continues.

orking together with the SRC for improved student accommodation and service delivery.

Regards,
Central Housing Committee (CHC)

30/10/2026

‼️UPDATE ON THE ARRIVAL OF ANOTHER BATCH OF STOVES‼️

Date: 30 October 2026

For Immediate Release!

Greetings to all students.

The Central Housing Committee (CHC), working together with the SRC, is pleased to inform students that another batch of 133 stoves arrived last night as part of the ongoing efforts to address the shortage of cooking facilities in our university residences.

We would like to acknowledge the progress made following the march to the Maintenance Department, where students raised their concerns regarding the shortage of stoves and other outstanding maintenance issues. Since then, we have continued to witness positive developments, including the arrival of additional stoves.

As CHC, together with the SRC, we made a commitment to ensure that students' concerns are heard and followed up. The arrival of these 133 stoves is a clear indication of progress and that our engagements and collective efforts are yielding results.

We remain committed to monitoring the distribution and installation process and ensuring that more residences benefit from this initiative.

We appreciate the patience and continued support of students. While we acknowledge the progress made, we understand that more work still needs to be done.

A promise made, a commitment maintained, and progress delivered.

Issued by:
Alice Campus Central Housing Committee(CHC)

28/10/2026

‼️HAPPENING NOW IN PICTURES‼️
CONTINUED STOVE INSTALLATIONS

Date: 28 October 2026

The installation of stoves in our residences is continuing today, with ZK Mathews 2 successfully completed.

The CHC remains committed to monitoring the ongoing installation process in collaboration with the SRC to ensure that residences receive the necessary support and improvements.

We appreciate the patience of students as this process continues, and we will keep providing updates on further progress.

Regards,
Alice Campus Central Housing Committee (CHC)

27/10/2026

‼️IMPORTANT UPDATE‼️

UPDATE ON STOVE INSTALLATIONS AT JOLOBE RESIDENCES

Date: 27 October 2026

The Central Housing Committee (CHC) would like to update students on the progress of stove installations in campus residences.

Earlier today, the installation team installed stoves at Jolobe 2 Residence before moving to Jolobe 1 Residence to continue with the installation process.

The CHC continues to monitor the progress of the installations, with the SRC also participating in the monitoring process to ensure that students' concerns are addressed.

We appreciate the patience and cooperation of students as we continue working towards improving living conditions in our residences.

Issued by:
Alice Campus Central Housing Committee (CHC)

27/10/2026

27/10/2026

‼️RESIDENCE MAINTENANCE UPDATE | ALICE CAMPUS‼️

26/10/2026

‼️UFH ALICE CAMPUS CENTRAL HOUSING COMMITTEE (CHC) | SECOND BATCH OF STOVES ARRIVES‼️

Date: 26 October 2026

Greetings to all students of the University of Fort Hare.

The Central Housing Committee (CHC), in collaboration with the Student Representative Council (SRC), would like to update students on the ongoing progress regarding the delivery of stoves to university residences.

Following the arrival of the first batch on Saturday morning, we are pleased to confirm that a second batch of 97 stoves was received earlier this evening. Furthermore, approximately 100 additional stoves are expected to arrive soon.

The CHC appreciates the continued collaboration with the SRC and the efforts being made to address students' concerns regarding cooking facilities in residences. We recognise the importance of ensuring that students have access to essential facilities that support their well-being and daily living.

We remain committed to working with the SRC and relevant university structures to communicate progress and keep students informed as the distribution process continues.

We will continue to provide updates as further developments unfold.

Issued by:
Alice Campus Central Housing Committee (CHC)

26/10/2026

‼️STATEMENT ON THE COMMENCEMENT OF LIGHT REPAIRS AT JOLOBE 1 RESIDENCES‼️

We are pleased to announce the commencement of work to repair and fix the lights at Jolobe 1 Residences. This initiative aims to improve visibility, enhance safety and security, and create a better living environment for all residents.

We appreciate the patience and cooperation of residents as this work gets underway. We remain committed to ensuring that the necessary repairs are carried out to improve the overall living conditions at Jolobe 1 Residences.

Thank you for your continued understanding and support.

Regards,
Alice Campus Central Housing Committee (CHC)

24/10/2026

‼️ IMMEDIATE RELEASE ‼️

FROM: UFH Alice Campus Central Housing Committee (CHC)
TO: Alice Campus Students
DATE: 24 October 2026
SUBJECT: Update on Stove Installations and Electrical Repairs in Residences

The Central Housing Committee (CHC) wishes to update students on progress regarding stove installations and electrical repairs following concerns raised by students.

As promised, 110 electromagnetic stoves have arrived in response to students’ demands. During the initial phase, 15 non-functional stoves from seven residences were removed, and new electromagnetic stoves have been installed in some residences, including Tiyo Soga 1.

The installation process is ongoing, and not all residences have been attended to. Work will resume on Monday, following the inspection and testing of existing facilities to identify necessary repairs, replacements and installations.

Electrical repairs will also be conducted to address faults affecting residence facilities, including non-functional laundry facilities.

The planned distribution is 50% electromagnetic stoves and 50% conventional stoves across residences. The available electromagnetic stoves are being installed, while another batch is expected to arrive on 28 October 2026 to support installations in the remaining residences.

The CHC acknowledges the inconvenience caused by the shortage of functional cooking facilities. We will continue following up with the relevant departments to ensure that reported concerns receive attention and that students’ living conditions improve.

For enquiries:
Deputy Chairperson Abulele Toyi
065 575 3894

Issued by:
Secretary
Didah PM Mothibeli
064 808 0216

21/10/2026

‼️CHC 2026/2027 | GOOD LUCK MESSAGE ‼️

The Central Housing Committee (CHC) 2026/2027 wishes all University of Fort Hare students the very best as they prepare to write their examinations.

Stay focused, remain calm, and trust in the preparation you have put in. Remember that your hard work today contributes to your success tomorrow.

As Philippians 4:13 reminds us, *“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”*

We encourage all students to believe in themselves, do their best, and remember to bring their student cards to the examination venues.

Good luck, UFH students. We believe in you!

Issued by:
Central Housing Committee (CHC) 2026/2027