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Dec 2016
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Wits Fees go up 8% (S.Grootes)

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The University of Witwatersrand says it has no choice but to increase its fees in 2017. A statement released on Monday confirmed an average increase of 8% for tuition fees, residence fees and fees for international students.

 

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