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Important Facts
Overview | Walter Sisulu University is one of six comprehensive universities which offer academic and technological qualifications. WSU is a developmental university that focuses on urban renewal and rural development. The University is named in honour of the iconic South African liberation struggle hero, the late Walter Max Ulyate Sisulu who was a close comrade of Nelson Mandela. |
Established |
2005 |
Number of Students |
27,500 |
Number of Programmes Offered |
Over 186 accredited programmes |
Number of Employees |
1,800 |
Location |
Eastern part of the Eastern Cape |
Campuses |
Buffalo City (East London), Butterworth, Mthatha and Komani |
Chancellor |
Ms Nonkululeko Gobodo |
Vice-Chancellor |
Prof Rushiella Songca |
Community Engagement & International & National Partnerships |
Over 175 partnerships throughout the world |
Milestones |
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Honorary Graduates |
To name only a few … |
Alumni |
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