Aretha Linden

2 weeks ago | ufh.ac.za | Aretha Linden

Prof  Nomthandazo Ntlama-Makhanya, a respected Public Law Professor at the University of Fort Hare (UFH), has long been a leading figure in South Africa’s legal education landscape. With her deep expertise in constitutional law, she has influenced generations of students and contributed to the growth of South African jurisprudence. However, her impact stretches beyond the lecture halls, as she has also embraced the role of an Acting Judge on several occasions.

2 weeks ago | ufh.ac.za | Aretha Linden

The University of Fort Hare’s (UFH) Sociology and Anthropology Department recently commemorated the enduring legacy of Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe, a towering figure in the country’s liberation struggle and an alumnus of the University, with a significant public event.

3 weeks ago | ufh.ac.za | Aretha Linden

Prof Willie Chinyamurindi, a highly accomplished business management scholar at the University of Fort Hare (UFH), has recently been elected as a Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences (AAS), marking yet another significant milestone in his academic career. A Prestigious RecognitionThe AAS Fellowship is one of the highest recognitions a scholar can receive on the African continent, highlighting excellence in research, publications, leadership, and societal contributions.

1 month ago | ufh.ac.za | Aretha Linden

If your daily travel passes Nompumelelo Township in Beacon Bay, Buffalo City Metro, you might have spotted residents carrying buckets searching for potable water. This vivid image highlights the daily struggle faced by many in the area, where access to clean water remains a significant challenge. Inspired by these harsh realities, two researchers from the University of Fort Hare’s (UFH) Centre for Global Change (CGC) undertook a study to shed light on this pressing issue.

1 month ago | ufh.ac.za | Aretha Linden

In our recent study, Unveiling Inequality: The Sociological Dynamics of Road Infrastructure Development and Social Justice in Rural Eastern Cape, South Africa (Frontiers in Sociology, 2024), we examined how deteriorating road infrastructure in rural Eastern Cape perpetuates systemic inequality and human rights violations.