Bandile R

worse student accomodation ever

My experience with Thabo Sehume CBD student accommodation has been nothing short of stressful and deeply concerning. I visited the building earlier this year with the intention of simply viewing the rooms. During that visit, I was asked to provide my ID and proof of registration and to sign some documents. At no point was it clearly explained that I was signing a legally binding lease agreement. I was under the impression that it was just for viewing or access purposes. The next day, I was shocked to be told that I had already signed a lease. I immediately objected and requested cancellation since I had not moved in, occupied the room, or used any of their facilities. Despite this, my request was denied. I was even prevented from removing my belongings, which made the situation feel extremely unfair and controlling. Since then, this issue has caused serious disruption in my life. Instead of focusing on my university tests, I’ve been forced to run around between offices (including SRC, SAPS, NSFAS, and my university) trying to fix something I never knowingly agreed to. It has been exhausting, stressful, and has affected both my mental health and academic performance. As a student, this is the last thing you need—especially during critical academic periods. I am currently staying at another residence where I feel safe and properly accommodated, but this unresolved situation continues to affect me. My advice to any student: be extremely careful when dealing with this place. Do not sign anything unless you fully understand it, and honestly, it’s better to avoid it altogether. This experience has been overwhelming, and I would not recommend this accommodation to anyone.