Knorr Recalls Brown Onion Gravy Sachets, Heavy Rains Bring Relief to Cape Gang Violence, and University of Johannesburg Expels 50 Students for Academic Misconduct
In a sudden recall, Knorr has announced that some of its brown onion gravy sachets may contain traces of cow’s milk and soy, which are not declared on the packaging. According to Unilever, a small batch of the packets mistakenly contained the ingredients of the Knorr professional brown sauce base. This means that the affected stock contains cow’s milk and soy as allergens, which are not listed on the packaging.
Meanwhile, in the Western Cape, heavy rains have brought a welcome respite to residents of Cape Flats, who have been enduring constant gun violence from warring gangs. The cold, wet weather has caused significant damage in the province, but locals have expressed relief that the shootings have decreased in recent days. Communities in Hanover Park, Mitchells Plain, Ottery, Lavender Hill, Nyanga, and Gugulethu have noted that despite the flooding and water damage to homes, the violence has subsided.
In academic news, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) has expelled 50 students for academic misconduct. Twenty-five students were expelled for using fake sick notes to explain absences during exams, with the expulsions lasting five years, three of which are suspended. An additional 25 students were expelled for various other infractions, including having unauthorized notes on their phones, plagiarism, producing fraudulent matric results, and assault. UJ registrar Professor Bettine van Vuuren emphasized that the university thoroughly verifies sick notes and contacts medical professionals if there are suspicions. She also highlighted the university’s resources to support struggling students before exams, including tutor groups, office hours with professors, supplementary exams, and a chancellor’s exam for those who do not pass.
These stories highlight the importance of vigilance in ensuring the safety and well-being of consumers, as well as the need for academic institutions to maintain high standards of integrity and accountability.
