Sakhela Buhlungu
Prof Sakhela Buhlungu is the Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Fort Hare, renowned for his leadership in advancing higher education in South Africa. Under his guidance, the university has embraced a strategic plan titled 'Towards a Decade of Renewal,' aimed at modernization and transformation. Prof Buhlungu has focused on enhancing infrastructure, updating curricula, and promoting innovative research agendas to ensure the institution's resurgence as a premier African university. His commitment to stability and academic excellence has led to significant achievements, including a notable decrease in student unrest and a rise in student success both academically and in sports.
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Vice-Chancellor Professor Sakhela Buhlungu has issued a scathing rebuke of law enforcement’s failure to act decisively.
Fort Hare VC condemns law enforcement inaction – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-11-06
Prof Sakhela Buhlungu is the Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Fort Hare.
UFH launches new Research Niche Areas – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-12
Prof Sakhela Buhlungu explained that the development of this exciting position came in part from the university’s location.
Eastern Cape offers importance and potential for SA’s dairy industry – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-12
UFH Vice Chancellor and Principal Prof Sakhela Buhlungu has described the research chair position as proof of the university’s commitment to leveraging academic strengths for the benefit of local communities.
Award-winning dairy producer welcomes new research possibilities – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-12
Vice-Chancellor and Principal of UFH, Prof Sakhela Buhlungu, said that the development of this degree was inspired by similar offerings internationally.
University of Fort Hare to trailblaze with upcoming Bachelors in Dairy Science & Technology – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-12Prof Sakhela Buhlungu is the Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Fort Hare.
AngloGold Ashanti Research Chair in Dairy Science & Technology launches into a bright future – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-12
Prof Sakhela Buhlungu is the Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Fort Hare.
Fort Hare embraces ‘A decade of renewal’ – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-12