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UFH Baby Blues
WATCH | Baby Blues are ready to take on Maties. Meet the powerful women who will proudly represent the University of Fort Hare on the field strong, determined, and ready to give it their all. Let’s get behind our team as they face Maties in what promises to be an exciting encounter.
Good luck, #BabyBlues! 💙🏉💙
SRC Induction 2026
WATCH | The newly elected Institutional Student Representative Council (ISRC) and SRC leadership were officially inducted. This marked the beginning of their term in office. As they assume their responsibilities, the student leaders have pledged to serve the University community with dedication, integrity, and a strong commitment to representing the interests of all students with purpose.
UFH Rowing Team 2026
WATCH | The UFH Rowing Team participating in this year’s Buffalo Regatta in East London.
Bisho Campus - Space Allocation
WATCH | UFH is making room for growth as plans to repurpose its Bhisho campus get underway. A recent site visit assessed facilities and explored how the campus can support consolidated services, improved space use, and stronger operational efficiency. This forms part of a broader review to align space planning with UFH’s long-term growth strategy and enhance services for students and staff.
Community Engagement Report
WATCH | The University of Fort Hare has launched its Community Engagement Report 2024/25, highlighting how the institution continues to transform lives beyond the classroom through meaningful partnerships and impactful projects. The report showcases UFH’s enduring commitment to positively impacting surrounding communities.
Global Change Community Engagement
WATCH | The Faculty of Science and Agriculture continues to strengthen its ties with surrounding communities through meaningful engagement initiatives. The faculty donated gardening tools to the Msobomvu community in eDikeni, supporting local efforts to promote sustainable food production.
Opening of the 2026 Academic Year Message
UFH Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Sakhela Buhlungu delivers the opening message for the 2026 academic year. In what is also his final opening address to the University community, he reflects on key moments, developments, challenges and achievements during his time at UFH.
UFH Council Strengthened Through New Appointments and Strategic Planning Workshop
WATCH | The Council Induction and Strategic Planning Workshop in East London, where newly appointed members were officially welcomed and oriented. The workshop focused on strengthening governance and refining the university’s strategic direction, reaffirming Council’s commitment to ethical leadership, institutional stability, and UFH’s ongoing transformation.
Recovering Our Records
WATCH I UFH’s journey in restoring academic records, highlighting emergency interventions, digital reconstruction, and long-term plans to safeguard student qualifications.
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Number of applicants for 2025
13k
Enrolled undergraduate & postgraduate students
85%
Student success rate in undergraduate studies
23
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91,8%
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