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Madibaz rookie a formidable presence with speed to burn
Woodridge College may not rank among the Eastern Cape’s “big” rugby schools but it has certainly produced a gem in new Madibaz recruit Bukho Pantsi. The 19-year-old utility back, who stands well over six feet in his socks, is among a slew of rookies who will represent Mandela University... Read more
Scorching run leaves Detshe yearning for more
Madibaz 5 000m star-in-the-making Amanda Detshe scorched the tartan at the Eastern Province League track and field meeting over the weekend to book her ticket to the U23 national championships. In her first competitive outing of the 2025 season, she broke the tape in 19:12.72 to come in well under... Read more
Manuel throws judo into the mix as Madibaz gear up for Shield
Judo sessions and daily workshops on team standards and culture have become the norm for Madibaz rugby coach David Manuel’s charges while preparing for the annual Varsity Shield season. The students kick off their 2025 campaign against Varsity College in Durban on Valentine’s Day and they have been at it from... Read more
SA’s education system: A call for equity and transformation
By Professor Heloise Sathorar, Executive Dean, Faculty of Education, Nelson Mandela University (below) The release of the results of the Class of 2024 provides us with an opportune moment to celebrate the achievements of our learners while also reflecting on the disparities plaguing our education system. Despite three decades... Read more
Unbeaten Madibaz power their way to USSA cricket promotion
A strong start to the USSA cricket tournament in Bloemfontein recently laid the foundation for the Madibaz A team to win promotion to the A-section in 2025. The Mandela University side – guided by coach Garth Anderson and captain Buvayise Manyakanyaka – won all five matches to put the... Read more
Madibaz tennis team hit back at USSAs to earn promotion
The Madibaz shrugged off a nervy start to string together a series of impressive wins in the USSA tennis tournament to qualify for the A-section next year. After two tough ties against Tuks and Kovsies went against them, the players from Mandela University hit their straps in the remaining... Read more
Wagner second as Madibaz chess career draws to a close
Madibaz chess “master” Gerald Wagner showed he could duel with the best by finishing runner-up at the USSA tournament in Pretoria last week. The mechatronics student produced his best individual performance yet in his third and final USSAs, ending the competition with 7.5 points from his nine games. He... Read more
Madibaz golf qualify for USSA tournament
The Madibaz will be able to build on some eye-catching performances at the recent USSA golf tournament when they host the 2025 edition in Gqeberha. The Madibaz B-outfit won in the B-division while the A-team finished in a workmanlike sixth place in the A-section at the unfamiliar Bloemfontein Golf... Read more
Shaping justice and revolutionising legal education for a transformative South Africa
By Dr Lynn Biggs, Executive Dean, Faculty of Law, Nelson Mandela University Legal education has traditionally been seen as the cornerstone of shaping society’s future leaders, policymakers, and advocates of justice. As we stand on the brink of a new era in South Africa, the call for a transformative... Read more
It’s mission accomplished for Sibeko at Madibaz half marathon
It was mission accomplished for Simon Sibeko, who ran a personal best and ticked off Project 63 to win the Madibaz half marathon in Gqeberha over the weekend. The 29-year-old from Ikhamva Athletics Club crossed the line in the Madibaz Stadium at Mandela University in 1:02:20, holding off club... Read more