​Stellenbosch University (SU) supports the sectoral approach that universities require a minimum income increase of 8% for 2017.

This is according to Rector and Vice-Chancellor Prof Wim de Villiers in a statement earlier this week to staff and students. This income could come from a variety of sources, including state subsidy, student fees and an array of other private sources of funding. An income increase below 8% for 2017 is likely to compromise the financial position of at least 17 of the 26 higher education institutions, he said.

He also encouraged input from students and staff. The email address for feedback is [email protected].