SA Reserve Bank governor elected as Stellenbosch University chancellor

STELLENBOSCH - South African Reserve Bank governor, Lesetja Kganyago, has been elected as the new chancellor of Stellenbosch University.

This follows the end of retied judge Edwin Cameron’s term in December 2024.

A chancellor is the ceremonial head of a university, and their duties include presiding over ceremonies and conferring degrees.

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Stellenbosch University council chair, Nicky Newton-King, says Kganyago's exemplary leadership, vast experience and unwavering commitment to independence and excellence is inspiring.

Kganyago's term of office is five years, starting from January 24.