UJ to confer honorary doctorate on education policy and governance leader John Samuel
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) will, on Thursday, 16 April 2026, confer an honorary doctorate on Mr John Samuel, a distinguished leader in South African education, social justice, and public policy. The honour recognises Mr Samuel’s five-decade career dedicated to the principles of equity, access, and the liberation of the mind. His life’s work serves […]
UJ to confer Honorary Doctorate on literary giant and academic leader Professor Njabulo Ndebele
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) will confer an honorary doctorate on Professor Njabulo Ndebele on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, for his work as a literary giant and academic leader. Professor Ndebele’s career which spans over five decades has been marked by contributions that reflect a rare combination of intellectual rigour, creative brilliance, and visionary leadership. […]
UJ to confer Honorary Doctorate on financial visionary Tryphosa Ramano
ATTENTION: NEWS EDITORS & REPORTERS Media Advisory For immediate release Thursday, 26 March 2026 The University of Johannesburg (UJ) will confer an honorary doctorate on Ms Tryphosa Ramano on Friday, 27 March 2026, for her trailblazing work as a chartered accountant and transformative leader. Ms Ramano’s three-decade career has fundamentally reshaped South Africa’s financial landscape through […]
UJ to confer honorary doctorate on rugby legend and nation-builder Francois Pienaar
ATTENTION: NEWS EDITORS & REPORTERS Media Advisory For immediate release Monday, 23 March 2026 The University of Johannesburg (UJ) will, on Wednesday, 25 March 2026, confer an honorary doctorate on Mr Francois Pienaar, a prominent figure in South African sport whose leadership became a defining symbol of national unity. Mr Pienaar was born in Vereeniging […]