Dear Academic Freedom Supporters

On Friday 10 May 2019, the UCT Executive will be reporting back to the Senate on the concerns expressed by the UCT Council regarding the proposed academic boycott of Israeli Institutions.

If UCT implements an academic boycott it risks severely damaging its reputation and credibility, losing significant financial support, and provoking counter-boycotts.

Over 25'000 concerned individuals have now signed this petition (which has gained international attention: https://www.jpost.com/Diaspora/Thousands-call-on-Africas-top-university-not-to-boycott-Israel-589170 Please continue to make your voices heard by sharing this petition and reaching out to your contacts.

We will keep you updated on the matter, and thank you for your continued support.

Regards

Rowan Polovin

Chairman - South African Zionist Federation Cape Council