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Buhlungu's sacking exposes enduring 'Zuma effect', says Ndletyana

Political scientist Prof Mcebisi Ndletyana links the axing of University of Fort Hare vice-chancellor Prof Sakhela Buhlungu to the enduring 'Zuma effect' in Eastern Cape politics.

A scientist tests water samples.

Water contamination concerns probed after Rhodes hit by gastro outbreak

Health authorities are investigating a gastroenteritis outbreak at Rhodes University in Makhanda, after preliminary water tests detected E. coli and over 100 people reported falling ill.

Premier Oscar Mabuyane met the University of Fort Hare council at Lillian Diedericks House in Bhisho on Tuesday.
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University precincts may be built in Bhisho, Dikeni and KuGompo City

The Eastern Cape government and the University of Fort Hare are exploring the creation of university precincts across Bhisho, Dikeni, and KuGompo City to integrate higher education infrastructure with regional development.

The University of Fort Hare has announced Prof Wezile Chitha as its incoming vice-chancellor. He is set to resume office early next year. Picture: SUPPLIED

SRC calls on incoming Fort Hare VC to prioritise student needs

Incoming University of Fort Hare vice-chancellor Prof Wezile Chitha will be expected to turn institutional ambitions into tangible improvements in students’ daily lives, the university’s Student Representative Council (SRC) said on…

NMU dean of students Dr Sibusiso Mchunu, left, Madibaz Sport director  Vuyo Bongela  and Madibaz Cricket Club president Dev Govindjee  oversee the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the brand new clubhouse at the Absa Oval at Nelson Mandela University
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New NMU clubhouse opens doors for cricket

Nelson Mandela University has unveiled a modern cricket clubhouse at Madiba's Oval, replacing flood-damaged facilities to nurture top sporting talent alongside academic excellence.

Unisa students at the International Convention Centre in KuGompo City for their graduation ceremony.

Heartbreak for Unisa students as graduation ceremony replaced by certificate handover

Dozens of Unisa students who arrived dressed in full regalia at the East London ICC were devastated to find their graduation ceremony cancelled, receiving certificates at reception instead.