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  • Advocate McCaps Motimele

    Description: Advocate McCaps Motimele, 1956- , Council Chairperson (1999-2002), Lawyer
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Archbishop Desmond Tutu

    Description: Archbishop Desmond Tutu, 1931- , Alumnus, Religious and Political Leader
    Credit: © Deborah Feingold / Corbis
    Archive: Corbis Images via Greatstock
    Type: Photograph

  • Chief Kaiser Matanzima

    Description: Chief Kaiser Matanzima, 1915-2003, Alumnus, Bantustan Leader
    Credit: © Eli Weinberg / UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Archive: UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Ethel Doidge

    Description: Dr Ethel Doidge, 1887-1965, Councillor (1918-1924), Alumnus, Mycologist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Langham Murray

    Description: Dr Langham Murray, 1892-1976, Registrar (191934-1953), Honorary Doctor
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Painting

  • Dr Mathews Phosa

    Description: Dr Mathews Phosa, 1952- , Council Chairperson (2003- ), Political Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Miriam Makeba

    Description: Dr Miriam Makeba, 1932-2008, Honorary Doctor, Activist, Acclaimed Singer
    Credit: © Michael Ochs Archives / Getty Images
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Neville Alexander

    Description: Dr Neville Alexander, 1936-2012, Alumnus, Political Leader
    Credit: © Jürgen Schadeberg
    Archive: Schadeberg Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Robert Broom

    Description: Dr Robert Broom, 1866-1951, Honorary Doctor, Paleantologist
    Credit: © Albany Museum
    Archive: Albany Museum,History Department
    Type: Photograph

  • Judge Bernard Ngoepe

    Description: Judge Bernard Makgabo Ngoepe, Chancellor & alumnus
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Justice Dikgang Moseneke

    Description: Justice Dikgang Moseneke, 1947- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Deputy Chief Justice
    Credit: © Gisele Wulfsohn / Getty Images
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • King George V

    Description: King George V, 1865-1936, Chancellor (1901-1912)
    Credit: © Library of Congress
    Archive: Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division,Washington
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Ahmed Kathrada

    Description: Mr Ahmed Kathrada, 1929- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Political Leader
    Credit: © Jürgen Schadeberg
    Archive: Jürgen Schadeberg Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Andrew Mlangeni

    Description: Mr Andrew Mlangeni, 1925- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Political Leader
    Credit: © Government Communication and Information System, South Africa
    Archive: Government Communication and Information System Picture Library
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Hoosain Ayob

    Description: Mr Hoosain Ayob, 1941- , Alumnus, Accomplished Cricketer
    Credit: © Hoosain Ayob
    Archive: Hoosain Ayob's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Keppler Wessels

    Description: Mr Keppler Wessels, 1957- , Alumnus, Accomplished Cricketer
    Credit: © Bob Thomas / Getty Images
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Kofi Annan

    Description: Mr Kofi Annan, 1938- , Honorary Doctor, World Statesman
    Credit: © Robert Wilson
    Archive: Robert Wilson Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Mosibudi Mangena

    Description: Mr Mosibudi Mangena, 1947- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Minister
    Credit: © Mosibudi Mangena
    Archive: Mosibudi Mangena's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Oliver Tambo

    Description: Mr Oliver Tambo, 1917-1993, Alumnus, Stateman, Political Luminary
    Credit: © Eli Weinberg / UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Archive: UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Peter Magubane

    Description: Mr Peter Magubane, 1932- , Honorary Doctor, Photographer
    Credit: © Rhodes University Archive
    Archive: Rhodes University Communications and Marketing Office
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Robert Sobukwe

    Description: Mr Robert Sobukwe, 1924-1978, Alumnus, Lawyer, Political Leader
    Credit: © Drum Photographer / Bailey’s African History Archive
    Archive: Bailey's African History Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Shabbir Banoobhai

    Description: Mr Shabbir Banoobhai, 1949- , Alumnus, Celebrated Poet
    Credit: © Shabbir Banoobhai
    Archive: Shabbir Banoobhai's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Sizwe Nxasana

    Description: Mr Sizwe Nxasana, 1957- , Alumnus, Business Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Mrs Yvonne Chaka Chaka

    Description: Mrs Yvonne Chaka Chaka, 1965- , Alumnus, Philanthropist, Celebrated Singer
    Credit: © Chaka Chaka Promotions and Princess of Africa Foundation
    Archive: Chaka Chaka Promotions & Princess of Africa Foundation
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Lucy Lloyd

    Description: Ms Lucy Lloyd, 1834-1914, Honorary Doctor, Anthropologist
    Credit: © Library Special Collections and Archives / University of Cape Town
    Archive: UCT Library Special Collections and Archives
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Mabel Palmer

    Description: Ms Mabel Palmer, 1976-1958, University Senator (1929-1948), Honorary Doctor
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Nosiphiwo Samente

    Description: Ms Nosiphiwo Samente, 1987- , Alumnus, Acclaimed Dancer
    Credit: © Christo Doherty / Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaboration
    Archive: Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaborative Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Zola Budd

    Description: Ms Zola Budd, 1966- , Alumnus, Record-Breaking Athlete
    Credit: © Nardus Nel / Getty Images / You and Huisgenoot
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • President Nelson Mandela

    Description: President Nelson Mandela, 1918-2013, Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, World Statesman
    Credit: © Yousuf Karsh / Camera Press London
    Archive: Camera Press
    Type: Photograph

  • President Robert Mugabe

    Description: President Robert Mugabe, 1924- , Alumnus, National Leader of Zimbabwe
    Credit: © Thierry Tronnel / Corbis
    Archive: Corbis Images via Greatstock
    Type: Photograph

  • President Seretse Khama

    Description: President Seretse Khama, 1921-1980, Alumnus, National Leader of Botswana
    Credit: © Botswana National Archives
    Archive: Botswana National Archives and Record Services
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof A.J.H. Van Der Walt

    Description: Prof A.J.H. Van Der Walt, 1893-1872, Principal (1953-1956), Vice-Chancellor (1955-1956)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Annet Wanyana Oguttu

    Description: Prof Annet Wanyana Oguttu, 1970- , Alumnus, Staff, Leading Legal Expert
    Credit: © Annet Wanyana Oguttu
    Archive: Annet Wanyana Oguttu's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Antony Melck

    Description: Prof Antony Melck, 1949- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1999-2001)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Arthur Wegelin

    Description: Prof Arthur Wegelin, Alumnus, Teacher, Leading Composer
    Credit: © University of Pretoria Archive
    Archive: University of Pretoria Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Barney Pityana

    Description: Prof Barney Pityana, 1945- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (2001-2010)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Brenda Gourley

    Description: Prof Brenda Gourley, 1943- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Education Leader
    Credit: © Brenda Gourley
    Archive: Brenda Gourley's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Catherine Odora Hoppers

    Description: Prof Catherine Odora Hoppers, 1957- , Research Chair, Leading Educationist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Catherine Smith

    Description: Prof Catherine Smith, 1925-1992, Academic Staff, Leading Legal Professional
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Charlotte Searle

    Description: Prof Charlotte Searle, 1910-2001, Alumnus, Staff, Doyenne of Nursing
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof D.B.Z. Ntuli

    Description: Prof D.B.Z. Ntuli, 1940- , Alumnus, Staff, Celebrated Writer
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Es'kia Mphahlele

    Description: Prof Es'kia Mphahlele, 1919-2008, Alumnus, Scholar, Celebrated Writer
    Credit: © Drum Staff / Baileys African History Archive / Africa Media Online
    Archive: Eskia Mphahlele Trust
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Gill Marcus

    Description: Prof Gill Marcus, 1949- , Alumnus, Reserve Bank Governor
    Credit: © South African Reserve Bank Archive
    Archive: South African Reserve Bank
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Jan Van Vuuren

    Description: Prof Jan Van Vuuren, 1930-2014, Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1989-1993)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Louis Molamu

    Description: Prof Louis Molamu, 1946- , Registrar (2001-2012), Leading Sociologist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Mandla Makhanya

    Description: Prof Mandla Makhanya, 1962- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (2011- )
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Marinus Weichers

    Description: Prof Marinus Weichers, 1937- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1994-1997)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Narend Baijnath

    Description: Prof Narend Baijnath, 1960- , Pro Vice-Chancellor (2011- )
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Neo Mathabe

    Description: Prof Neo Mathabe, 1944- , Pro Vice-Chancellor (2004-2007)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Quarraisha Abdool Karim

    Description: Prof Quarraisha Abdool Karim, 1960- , Alumnus, Leading Epidemiologist
    Credit: © Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa
    Archive: Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Rosemary Moeketsi

    Description: Prof Rosemary Moeketsi, 1951- , Alumnus, Staff, Forensic Linguist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Samuel Pauw

    Description: Prof Samuel Pauw, 1909-1974, Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1956-1972)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Simon Maimela

    Description: Prof Simon Maimela, 1944- , Vice-Principal (1994-2002), Theologian
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Teboho Moja

    Description: Prof Teboho Moja, 1954- , Council Chairperson (1998-1999), Educationist
    Credit: © Teboho Moja
    Archive: Teboho Moja's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Theodoor Van Wijk

    Description: Prof Theodoor Van Wijk, 1916-2009, Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1972-1988)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Walter Battiss

    Description: Prof Walter Battiss, Alumnus, Staff, Honorary Doctor, Artist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Willem Joubert

    Description: Prof Willem Joubert, 1918-1992, Dean of Law (1960-1968), Educational Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Z.K. Matthews

    Description: Prof Z.K. Matthews, 1901-1968, Alumnus, Political Leader, Academic
    Credit: © Historic Schools Restoration Project
    Archive: Historic Schools Restoration Project
    Type: Photograph

  • Rev John Dube

    Description: Rev John Dube, 1871-1946, Honorary Doctor, Political Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Senator F.S. Malan

    Description: Senator F.S. Malan, 1871-1941, Vice-Chancellor (1938-1940), Minister
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Sir Langham Dale

    Description: Sir Langham Dale, 1826-1898, Vice-Chancellor (1873-77; 1879-82; 1884-89)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • The Honourable William Porter

    Description: The Honourable William Porter, 1805-1880, Chancellor (1876-1880)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Painting

  • Advocate McCaps Motimele

    Description: Advocate McCaps Motimele, 1956- , Council Chairperson (1999-2002), Lawyer
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Archbishop Desmond Tutu

    Description: Archbishop Desmond Tutu, 1931- , Alumnus, Religious and Political Leader
    Credit: © Deborah Feingold / Corbis
    Archive: Corbis Images via Greatstock
    Type: Photograph

  • Chief Kaiser Matanzima

    Description: Chief Kaiser Matanzima, 1915-2003, Alumnus, Bantustan Leader
    Credit: © Eli Weinberg / UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Archive: UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Ethel Doidge

    Description: Dr Ethel Doidge, 1887-1965, Councillor (1918-1924), Alumnus, Mycologist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Langham Murray

    Description: Dr Langham Murray, 1892-1976, Registrar (191934-1953), Honorary Doctor
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Painting

  • Dr Mathews Phosa

    Description: Dr Mathews Phosa, 1952- , Council Chairperson (2003- ), Political Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Miriam Makeba

    Description: Dr Miriam Makeba, 1932-2008, Honorary Doctor, Activist, Acclaimed Singer
    Credit: © Michael Ochs Archives / Getty Images
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Neville Alexander

    Description: Dr Neville Alexander, 1936-2012, Alumnus, Political Leader
    Credit: © Jürgen Schadeberg
    Archive: Schadeberg Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Robert Broom

    Description: Dr Robert Broom, 1866-1951, Honorary Doctor, Paleantologist
    Credit: © Albany Museum
    Archive: Albany Museum,History Department
    Type: Photograph

  • Judge Bernard Ngoepe

    Description: Judge Bernard Makgabo Ngoepe, Chancellor & alumnus
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Justice Dikgang Moseneke

    Description: Justice Dikgang Moseneke, 1947- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Deputy Chief Justice
    Credit: © Gisele Wulfsohn / Getty Images
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • King George V

    Description: King George V, 1865-1936, Chancellor (1901-1912)
    Credit: © Library of Congress
    Archive: Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division,Washington
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Ahmed Kathrada

    Description: Mr Ahmed Kathrada, 1929- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Political Leader
    Credit: © Jürgen Schadeberg
    Archive: Jürgen Schadeberg Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Andrew Mlangeni

    Description: Mr Andrew Mlangeni, 1925- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Political Leader
    Credit: © Government Communication and Information System, South Africa
    Archive: Government Communication and Information System Picture Library
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Hoosain Ayob

    Description: Mr Hoosain Ayob, 1941- , Alumnus, Accomplished Cricketer
    Credit: © Hoosain Ayob
    Archive: Hoosain Ayob's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Keppler Wessels

    Description: Mr Keppler Wessels, 1957- , Alumnus, Accomplished Cricketer
    Credit: © Bob Thomas / Getty Images
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Kofi Annan

    Description: Mr Kofi Annan, 1938- , Honorary Doctor, World Statesman
    Credit: © Robert Wilson
    Archive: Robert Wilson Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Mosibudi Mangena

    Description: Mr Mosibudi Mangena, 1947- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Minister
    Credit: © Mosibudi Mangena
    Archive: Mosibudi Mangena's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Oliver Tambo

    Description: Mr Oliver Tambo, 1917-1993, Alumnus, Stateman, Political Luminary
    Credit: © Eli Weinberg / UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Archive: UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Peter Magubane

    Description: Mr Peter Magubane, 1932- , Honorary Doctor, Photographer
    Credit: © Rhodes University Archive
    Archive: Rhodes University Communications and Marketing Office
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Robert Sobukwe

    Description: Mr Robert Sobukwe, 1924-1978, Alumnus, Lawyer, Political Leader
    Credit: © Drum Photographer / Bailey’s African History Archive
    Archive: Bailey's African History Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Shabbir Banoobhai

    Description: Mr Shabbir Banoobhai, 1949- , Alumnus, Celebrated Poet
    Credit: © Shabbir Banoobhai
    Archive: Shabbir Banoobhai's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Sizwe Nxasana

    Description: Mr Sizwe Nxasana, 1957- , Alumnus, Business Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Mrs Yvonne Chaka Chaka

    Description: Mrs Yvonne Chaka Chaka, 1965- , Alumnus, Philanthropist, Celebrated Singer
    Credit: © Chaka Chaka Promotions and Princess of Africa Foundation
    Archive: Chaka Chaka Promotions & Princess of Africa Foundation
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Lucy Lloyd

    Description: Ms Lucy Lloyd, 1834-1914, Honorary Doctor, Anthropologist
    Credit: © Library Special Collections and Archives / University of Cape Town
    Archive: UCT Library Special Collections and Archives
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Mabel Palmer

    Description: Ms Mabel Palmer, 1976-1958, University Senator (1929-1948), Honorary Doctor
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Nosiphiwo Samente

    Description: Ms Nosiphiwo Samente, 1987- , Alumnus, Acclaimed Dancer
    Credit: © Christo Doherty / Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaboration
    Archive: Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaborative Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Zola Budd

    Description: Ms Zola Budd, 1966- , Alumnus, Record-Breaking Athlete
    Credit: © Nardus Nel / Getty Images / You and Huisgenoot
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • President Nelson Mandela

    Description: President Nelson Mandela, 1918-2013, Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, World Statesman
    Credit: © Yousuf Karsh / Camera Press London
    Archive: Camera Press
    Type: Photograph

  • President Robert Mugabe

    Description: President Robert Mugabe, 1924- , Alumnus, National Leader of Zimbabwe
    Credit: © Thierry Tronnel / Corbis
    Archive: Corbis Images via Greatstock
    Type: Photograph

  • President Seretse Khama

    Description: President Seretse Khama, 1921-1980, Alumnus, National Leader of Botswana
    Credit: © Botswana National Archives
    Archive: Botswana National Archives and Record Services
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof A.J.H. Van Der Walt

    Description: Prof A.J.H. Van Der Walt, 1893-1872, Principal (1953-1956), Vice-Chancellor (1955-1956)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Annet Wanyana Oguttu

    Description: Prof Annet Wanyana Oguttu, 1970- , Alumnus, Staff, Leading Legal Expert
    Credit: © Annet Wanyana Oguttu
    Archive: Annet Wanyana Oguttu's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Antony Melck

    Description: Prof Antony Melck, 1949- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1999-2001)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Arthur Wegelin

    Description: Prof Arthur Wegelin, Alumnus, Teacher, Leading Composer
    Credit: © University of Pretoria Archive
    Archive: University of Pretoria Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Barney Pityana

    Description: Prof Barney Pityana, 1945- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (2001-2010)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Brenda Gourley

    Description: Prof Brenda Gourley, 1943- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Education Leader
    Credit: © Brenda Gourley
    Archive: Brenda Gourley's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Catherine Odora Hoppers

    Description: Prof Catherine Odora Hoppers, 1957- , Research Chair, Leading Educationist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Catherine Smith

    Description: Prof Catherine Smith, 1925-1992, Academic Staff, Leading Legal Professional
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Charlotte Searle

    Description: Prof Charlotte Searle, 1910-2001, Alumnus, Staff, Doyenne of Nursing
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof D.B.Z. Ntuli

    Description: Prof D.B.Z. Ntuli, 1940- , Alumnus, Staff, Celebrated Writer
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Es'kia Mphahlele

    Description: Prof Es'kia Mphahlele, 1919-2008, Alumnus, Scholar, Celebrated Writer
    Credit: © Drum Staff / Baileys African History Archive / Africa Media Online
    Archive: Eskia Mphahlele Trust
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Gill Marcus

    Description: Prof Gill Marcus, 1949- , Alumnus, Reserve Bank Governor
    Credit: © South African Reserve Bank Archive
    Archive: South African Reserve Bank
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Jan Van Vuuren

    Description: Prof Jan Van Vuuren, 1930-2014, Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1989-1993)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Louis Molamu

    Description: Prof Louis Molamu, 1946- , Registrar (2001-2012), Leading Sociologist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Mandla Makhanya

    Description: Prof Mandla Makhanya, 1962- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (2011- )
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Marinus Weichers

    Description: Prof Marinus Weichers, 1937- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1994-1997)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Narend Baijnath

    Description: Prof Narend Baijnath, 1960- , Pro Vice-Chancellor (2011- )
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Neo Mathabe

    Description: Prof Neo Mathabe, 1944- , Pro Vice-Chancellor (2004-2007)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Quarraisha Abdool Karim

    Description: Prof Quarraisha Abdool Karim, 1960- , Alumnus, Leading Epidemiologist
    Credit: © Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa
    Archive: Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Rosemary Moeketsi

    Description: Prof Rosemary Moeketsi, 1951- , Alumnus, Staff, Forensic Linguist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Samuel Pauw

    Description: Prof Samuel Pauw, 1909-1974, Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1956-1972)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Simon Maimela

    Description: Prof Simon Maimela, 1944- , Vice-Principal (1994-2002), Theologian
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Teboho Moja

    Description: Prof Teboho Moja, 1954- , Council Chairperson (1998-1999), Educationist
    Credit: © Teboho Moja
    Archive: Teboho Moja's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Theodoor Van Wijk

    Description: Prof Theodoor Van Wijk, 1916-2009, Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1972-1988)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Walter Battiss

    Description: Prof Walter Battiss, Alumnus, Staff, Honorary Doctor, Artist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Willem Joubert

    Description: Prof Willem Joubert, 1918-1992, Dean of Law (1960-1968), Educational Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Z.K. Matthews

    Description: Prof Z.K. Matthews, 1901-1968, Alumnus, Political Leader, Academic
    Credit: © Historic Schools Restoration Project
    Archive: Historic Schools Restoration Project
    Type: Photograph

  • Rev John Dube

    Description: Rev John Dube, 1871-1946, Honorary Doctor, Political Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Senator F.S. Malan

    Description: Senator F.S. Malan, 1871-1941, Vice-Chancellor (1938-1940), Minister
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Sir Langham Dale

    Description: Sir Langham Dale, 1826-1898, Vice-Chancellor (1873-77; 1879-82; 1884-89)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • The Honourable William Porter

    Description: The Honourable William Porter, 1805-1880, Chancellor (1876-1880)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Painting

  • Advocate McCaps Motimele

    Description: Advocate McCaps Motimele, 1956- , Council Chairperson (1999-2002), Lawyer
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Archbishop Desmond Tutu

    Description: Archbishop Desmond Tutu, 1931- , Alumnus, Religious and Political Leader
    Credit: © Deborah Feingold / Corbis
    Archive: Corbis Images via Greatstock
    Type: Photograph

  • Chief Kaiser Matanzima

    Description: Chief Kaiser Matanzima, 1915-2003, Alumnus, Bantustan Leader
    Credit: © Eli Weinberg / UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Archive: UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Ethel Doidge

    Description: Dr Ethel Doidge, 1887-1965, Councillor (1918-1924), Alumnus, Mycologist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Langham Murray

    Description: Dr Langham Murray, 1892-1976, Registrar (191934-1953), Honorary Doctor
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Painting

  • Dr Mathews Phosa

    Description: Dr Mathews Phosa, 1952- , Council Chairperson (2003- ), Political Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Dr Miriam Makeba, 1932-2008, Honorary Doctor, Activist, Acclaimed Singer
    Credit: © Michael Ochs Archives / Getty Images
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • Dr Neville Alexander

    Description: Dr Neville Alexander, 1936-2012, Alumnus, Political Leader
    Credit: © Jürgen Schadeberg
    Archive: Schadeberg Collection
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Dr Robert Broom, 1866-1951, Honorary Doctor, Paleantologist
    Credit: © Albany Museum
    Archive: Albany Museum,History Department
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Judge Bernard Makgabo Ngoepe, Chancellor & alumnus
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Justice Dikgang Moseneke, 1947- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Deputy Chief Justice
    Credit: © Gisele Wulfsohn / Getty Images
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: King George V, 1865-1936, Chancellor (1901-1912)
    Credit: © Library of Congress
    Archive: Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division,Washington
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Ahmed Kathrada

    Description: Mr Ahmed Kathrada, 1929- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Political Leader
    Credit: © Jürgen Schadeberg
    Archive: Jürgen Schadeberg Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Andrew Mlangeni

    Description: Mr Andrew Mlangeni, 1925- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Political Leader
    Credit: © Government Communication and Information System, South Africa
    Archive: Government Communication and Information System Picture Library
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Hoosain Ayob

    Description: Mr Hoosain Ayob, 1941- , Alumnus, Accomplished Cricketer
    Credit: © Hoosain Ayob
    Archive: Hoosain Ayob's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Keppler Wessels

    Description: Mr Keppler Wessels, 1957- , Alumnus, Accomplished Cricketer
    Credit: © Bob Thomas / Getty Images
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Mr Kofi Annan, 1938- , Honorary Doctor, World Statesman
    Credit: © Robert Wilson
    Archive: Robert Wilson Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Mr Mosibudi Mangena, 1947- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Minister
    Credit: © Mosibudi Mangena
    Archive: Mosibudi Mangena's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Oliver Tambo

    Description: Mr Oliver Tambo, 1917-1993, Alumnus, Stateman, Political Luminary
    Credit: © Eli Weinberg / UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Archive: UWC-Robben Island Museum Mayibuye Archives
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Peter Magubane

    Description: Mr Peter Magubane, 1932- , Honorary Doctor, Photographer
    Credit: © Rhodes University Archive
    Archive: Rhodes University Communications and Marketing Office
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Robert Sobukwe

    Description: Mr Robert Sobukwe, 1924-1978, Alumnus, Lawyer, Political Leader
    Credit: © Drum Photographer / Bailey’s African History Archive
    Archive: Bailey's African History Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Mr Shabbir Banoobhai

    Description: Mr Shabbir Banoobhai, 1949- , Alumnus, Celebrated Poet
    Credit: © Shabbir Banoobhai
    Archive: Shabbir Banoobhai's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Mr Sizwe Nxasana, 1957- , Alumnus, Business Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Mrs Yvonne Chaka Chaka

    Description: Mrs Yvonne Chaka Chaka, 1965- , Alumnus, Philanthropist, Celebrated Singer
    Credit: © Chaka Chaka Promotions and Princess of Africa Foundation
    Archive: Chaka Chaka Promotions & Princess of Africa Foundation
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Ms Lucy Lloyd, 1834-1914, Honorary Doctor, Anthropologist
    Credit: © Library Special Collections and Archives / University of Cape Town
    Archive: UCT Library Special Collections and Archives
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Ms Mabel Palmer, 1976-1958, University Senator (1929-1948), Honorary Doctor
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Nosiphiwo Samente

    Description: Ms Nosiphiwo Samente, 1987- , Alumnus, Acclaimed Dancer
    Credit: © Christo Doherty / Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaboration
    Archive: Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaborative Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Ms Zola Budd

    Description: Ms Zola Budd, 1966- , Alumnus, Record-Breaking Athlete
    Credit: © Nardus Nel / Getty Images / You and Huisgenoot
    Archive: Getty Images
    Type: Photograph

  • President Nelson Mandela

    Description: President Nelson Mandela, 1918-2013, Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, World Statesman
    Credit: © Yousuf Karsh / Camera Press London
    Archive: Camera Press
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: President Robert Mugabe, 1924- , Alumnus, National Leader of Zimbabwe
    Credit: © Thierry Tronnel / Corbis
    Archive: Corbis Images via Greatstock
    Type: Photograph

  • President Seretse Khama

    Description: President Seretse Khama, 1921-1980, Alumnus, National Leader of Botswana
    Credit: © Botswana National Archives
    Archive: Botswana National Archives and Record Services
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof A.J.H. Van Der Walt

    Description: Prof A.J.H. Van Der Walt, 1893-1872, Principal (1953-1956), Vice-Chancellor (1955-1956)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Annet Wanyana Oguttu

    Description: Prof Annet Wanyana Oguttu, 1970- , Alumnus, Staff, Leading Legal Expert
    Credit: © Annet Wanyana Oguttu
    Archive: Annet Wanyana Oguttu's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Antony Melck

    Description: Prof Antony Melck, 1949- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1999-2001)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Arthur Wegelin, Alumnus, Teacher, Leading Composer
    Credit: © University of Pretoria Archive
    Archive: University of Pretoria Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Barney Pityana, 1945- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (2001-2010)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Brenda Gourley

    Description: Prof Brenda Gourley, 1943- , Alumnus, Honorary Doctor, Education Leader
    Credit: © Brenda Gourley
    Archive: Brenda Gourley's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Catherine Odora Hoppers, 1957- , Research Chair, Leading Educationist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Catherine Smith, 1925-1992, Academic Staff, Leading Legal Professional
    Credit: © University of South Africa
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    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Charlotte Searle, 1910-2001, Alumnus, Staff, Doyenne of Nursing
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof D.B.Z. Ntuli, 1940- , Alumnus, Staff, Celebrated Writer
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Es'kia Mphahlele, 1919-2008, Alumnus, Scholar, Celebrated Writer
    Credit: © Drum Staff / Baileys African History Archive / Africa Media Online
    Archive: Eskia Mphahlele Trust
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Gill Marcus

    Description: Prof Gill Marcus, 1949- , Alumnus, Reserve Bank Governor
    Credit: © South African Reserve Bank Archive
    Archive: South African Reserve Bank
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Jan Van Vuuren, 1930-2014, Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1989-1993)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Louis Molamu, 1946- , Registrar (2001-2012), Leading Sociologist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Mandla Makhanya, 1962- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (2011- )
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Marinus Weichers, 1937- , Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1994-1997)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Narend Baijnath, 1960- , Pro Vice-Chancellor (2011- )
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Neo Mathabe, 1944- , Pro Vice-Chancellor (2004-2007)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Quarraisha Abdool Karim

    Description: Prof Quarraisha Abdool Karim, 1960- , Alumnus, Leading Epidemiologist
    Credit: © Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa
    Archive: Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Rosemary Moeketsi

    Description: Prof Rosemary Moeketsi, 1951- , Alumnus, Staff, Forensic Linguist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Samuel Pauw

    Description: Prof Samuel Pauw, 1909-1974, Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1956-1972)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Simon Maimela, 1944- , Vice-Principal (1994-2002), Theologian
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Teboho Moja

    Description: Prof Teboho Moja, 1954- , Council Chairperson (1998-1999), Educationist
    Credit: © Teboho Moja
    Archive: Teboho Moja's Own Collection
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Theodoor Van Wijk

    Description: Prof Theodoor Van Wijk, 1916-2009, Principal and Vice-Chancellor (1972-1988)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Walter Battiss, Alumnus, Staff, Honorary Doctor, Artist
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Prof Willem Joubert, 1918-1992, Dean of Law (1960-1968), Educational Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • Prof Z.K. Matthews

    Description: Prof Z.K. Matthews, 1901-1968, Alumnus, Political Leader, Academic
    Credit: © Historic Schools Restoration Project
    Archive: Historic Schools Restoration Project
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Rev John Dube, 1871-1946, Honorary Doctor, Political Leader
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Senator F.S. Malan, 1871-1941, Vice-Chancellor (1938-1940), Minister
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

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    Description: Sir Langham Dale, 1826-1898, Vice-Chancellor (1873-77; 1879-82; 1884-89)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Photograph

  • The Honourable William Porter

    Description: The Honourable William Porter, 1805-1880, Chancellor (1876-1880)
    Credit: © University of South Africa
    Archive: UNISA Archive
    Type: Painting

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