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Aretha Linden

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Journalist at the national and international award-winning Daily Dispatch. A mother, a lover, daughter and lover of life.

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  • SAPS IT Specialist Earns Master’s Degree for Crime-Fighting Social Media Platform Proposal

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

    Lt. Colonel Nyameka Kwetani, an information technology specialist at SAPS in Bisho, obtained a master’s degree in information technology from the University of Fort Hare for her proposal of a groundbreaking crime-fighting social media platform.

  • UFH Security Officer Secures His Honours Degree, Now Pursuing Master’s

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

    Meet Mr Bulelani Thompson, a security officer at Tiyo Soga Residence on the University of Fort Hare’s Alice campus. Beyond his uniform and daily duties, he is a dedicated student with a deep passion for politics and international affairs. At 44, the Zwelitsha native graduated with an Honours degree in Political Science during the University’s recent graduation ceremony. He is now pursuing a Master’s in Politics while continuing to work full-time.

  • At 28, Dr Peter Becomes UFH’s Youngest PhD Graduate with 13 Publications to His Name

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

    At only 28 years old, Dr Sijongesonke Peter, from Emhlahlane, Tsomo in the Eastern Cape, has achieved what many academics spend years working toward. As the youngest PhD graduate at the University of Fort Hare’s (UFH) 2025 Autumn Graduation, he didn’t just complete a doctoral degree, he produced an astonishing 10 journal articles, three book chapters, and five academic conference presentations based on his research.

  • A Journey between Academia and the Bench: UFH Academic Reflects on Acting Judicial Role

    1 month 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.

  • UFH Sociology & Anthropology Department remembers Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe

    2 months 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.

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28 Jan 15

RT @Dispatch_DD: BREAKING NEWS: Eastern Cape DG Loyiso Mbabane has been denied bail by the EL Magistrate's Court. The case has been postpon…

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23 Jun 14

RT @Dispatch_DD: Mkolo joins mayor, deputy and three other BCM senior officials, who handed themselves in earlier today. #ddMandela Follow:…

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23 Jun 14

RT @Dispatch_DD: ANC regional secretary, Pumlani Mkolo handed himself over to the Hawks just before lunch. #ddMandela