The university offers staff, students and visitors 24-hour security on all its campuses. In order to ensure the safety of everyone on campus the following measures have been implemented:

• Staff and student cards are used to gain access to campuses and all residences;
• Visitors sign in and out when entering the university;
• Signage warns you not to feed any of the animals on campus;
• Entry to all Nelson Mandela University’s campus is controlled;
• Security guards are posted all around all Nelson Mandela University campuses and at residences;
• Security guards are available to chaperone students within the campus perimeter;
• A scheduled transport shuttle service links all campuses during office hours;

Students must also play their part in staying safe by doing the following:

• Do not walk alone at night – walk with a friend;
• When you leave your room, please lock the door;

Students are encouraged to take care of their own possessions.