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09/10/2025

It is with profound sadness that Nelson Mandela University has learned of the passing of Professor Lis Lange, a respected academic leader and former member of the University Council.

 

Professor Lange’s passing is a great loss to the higher education sector and to all who had the privilege of working with her.

She will be remembered for her unwavering commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and transformation in South African higher education.

Her wisdom, integrity, and compassion left an indelible mark on the many institutions she served and the lives she touched.

On behalf of the Council, Executive Management, staff, and students at Nelson Mandela University, we extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and colleagues.

We share in your grief and hope that the memory of her extraordinary contribution brings comfort during this difficult time.

May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her legacy continue to inspire generations to come.

Issued by the Division for Communication and Marketing on behalf of Nelson Mandela University Council and Executive Management