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Suspended University of Fort Hare vice-chancellor Professor Sakhela Buhlungu. Photo: Supplied

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, procedural strain and risks to institutional integrity in the Eastern Cape university

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Suspended University of Fort Hare vice-chancellor Professor Sakhela Buhlungu. Photo: Supplied

‘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 scrutiny over corruption, violence and power struggles at one of South Africa’s most storied universities

  • Sheree Bega
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University of Fort Hare insiders said the “knives have been out” for Professor Sakhela Buhlungu since his efforts to clean up the university have led to several investigations by the Special Investigating Unit.

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 rectify it

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Three weeks after a devastating arson attack and violent unrest crippled the historic University of Fort Hare, Vice-Chancellor Professor Sakhela Buhlungu has issued a scathing rebuke of law enforcement’s failure to act decisively. (Oupa Nkosi)

Fort Hare VC condemns law enforcement inaction

Several key buildings, including the main administrative and student affairs offices on the Alice Campus, were petrol-bombed, leaving the institution reeling.

  • Eyaaz
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