“We are shocked and saddened. The fact that this murder occurred despite the current focus on gender-based violence in our country adds to our outrage,” Stellenbosch University Rector and Vice-Chancellor Prof Wim de Villiers said in response to news about the killing of Ms Clarissa Lindoor (27) on a farm outside Stellenbosch on Saturday night (14 September 2019).

Ms Lindoor of Cloetesville worked at the University for a company providing cleaning services at student residences on its Stellenbosch campus. Her intimate partner has been arrested and charged with murder.

“Our deepest condolences to Ms Lindoor’s family and friends. Her death should not be in vain. It should inspire us to intensify the struggle against gender-based violence. Enough is enough!” Prof De Villiers said.

The University has been in contact with Ms Lindoor’s family, and will be making a financial contribution towards the cost of her funeral.