Stellenbosch University welcomes Kganyago as new Chancellor

AS the rain fell steadily over Stellenbosch on Friday morning, a momentous occasion unfolded within the hallowed halls of Stellenbosch University (SU).

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The institution proudly celebrated the formal installation of its 16th Chancellor, Lesetja Kganyago, the esteemed Governor of the South African Reserve Bank.

This significant ceremony, held in the iconic Endler Hall, was not merely a formality; it was a vibrant testament to the university's rich heritage and its commitment to fostering a future of academic excellence.

With stirring musical performances and a grand academic procession, the event encapsulated the spirit of transformation and leadership that Kganyago embodies, as he takes on the mantle of guiding SU through its next chapter of innovation and social responsibility.

The ceremony, held in the Endler Hall, unfolded with stately precision, resounding music performances by SU's top musicians and an academic procession in full ceremonial regalia - a visual reminder of the University's rich past and vibrant future.

In an impassioned inaugural address in front of dignitaries, senior management and community leaders, Kganyago said he considered it a profound honour to have been chosen to represent SU. "I accept this role with a deep sense of responsibility, aware of the complex legacy that I inherit and the expectations that lie ahead," he said.