University of Mauritius’ exams being conducted in gymnasium

In a letter addressed to the Minister of Education, the President of Student Union of University of Mauritius, Saahir Goolfee, relates about the difficulties the students are facing during the examination. He reveals that the hosting of examination in the Gymnasium was planned for the last six months, but without any official consultation with either the Senate or any of the Unions at the University.

He states that it is impossible for the students to sit for three hours in the gymnasium. The reasons he provides include no proper ventilation, echoes of vehicle engines as the bus stop is nearby and students are unable to hear instructions given to them.