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The University of Fort Hare has formally charged its vice-chancellor, Professor Sakhela Buhlungu.
BUTI MANAMELA

Fort Hare council split deepens after VC’s suspension

The University of Fort Hare faces a governance crisis after vice-chancellor Sakhela Buhlungu was placed on precautionary suspension. Councillors warn of contested authority,…

  • Edwin Naidu
5 min read
The University of Fort Hare has formally charged its vice-chancellor, Professor Sakhela Buhlungu.
BEATA MTYINGIZANA BUHLUNGU

‘Mr President, you failed me’ – University of Fort Hare corruption fallout reaches Ramaphosa

Vice-chancellor professor Sakhela Buhlungu has been suspended and now faces disciplinary action, despite a report that allegedly found no wrongdoing. The move has reignited…

  • Edwin Naidu
5 min read
Governance failures at the University of Fort Hare have raised concerns for years, preceding the recent suspension of its vice-chancellor, Professor Sakhela Buhlungu
BANTU EDUCATION ACT

University of Fort Hare vice-chancellor placed on precautionary suspension pending disciplinary process

The council cites seriousness of allegations and risks to institutional governance after forensic investigation. The VC had alerted the council to the ‘misstep’ and sought to…

  • Edwin Naidu
3 min read