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26 January 2022
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Story Rulanzen Martin
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Photo University of the Western Cape
The late Prof Jaap Durand.
The management of the University of the Free State (UFS) is saddened to learn of the passing of Prof Jaap Durand, revered theological academic and author. Prof Durand obtained his master’s degree from the UFS and received an honorary doctorate in Philosophy from the UFS in 2004.
Prof Durand has had a colourful career as academic, writer, and struggle activist: from Professor of Systematic Theology and Dean of the Faculty of Theology at the University of the Western Cape to Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the same university. He also served as the ombudsman of Stellenbosch University from 2002 to 2003.
During his life, Prof Durand was a unifier and a critical voice, speaking out against injustice. He has also authored several books, including Dit is amper dag; Evolusie, wetenskap en geloof, and Protesstem.
The UFS joins the higher education community in mourning and is deeply saddened by the loss of such a great theologian and academic. We wish to convey our deepest condolences to Prof Durand’s family, friends, and loved ones during this time.
10 Kovsies in the 2006 SA Common Wealth games team
2006-03-13
Ten students from the University of the Free State (UFS) are included in the South African team to compete in the Common Wealth Games in Melbourne, Australia from 15-26 March 2006. The Kovsies are:
- Jan Van Der Merwe
- Boy Soke
- Keith Roberts
- Phillip Burger
- George du Randt
- Chris Dednam
- Charlene Hertzog
- Karin Venter
- Adele Niemand
- Martha Mosoahle
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400m
5000m
Triathlon
Rugby (7's)
Swimming
Badminton
Netball (Team captain)
Netball
Netball
Netball (Old Kovsie)
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"The inclusion of these students on the national team is proof of the standard of achievement of sport at the UFS. Their participation in the Commonwealth Games is an honour for us and we are proud of them," said Mr James Letuka, Director: KovsieSport.