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PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS<\/h2>
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March 24<\/div>
Opening<\/div><\/div>
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Constitution of the congregation<\/div>

The ceremony will formally open with the entry of the procession and the constitution of the congregation. This sets the institutional framework for proceedings.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

March 24<\/div>
Anthems and culture<\/div><\/div>
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National anthems and choral performance<\/div>

The South African and African Union anthems will be performed, followed by choral performances. These moments affirm continental identity and cultural expression.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

March 24<\/div>
Invocation<\/div><\/div>
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Interfaith blessing<\/div>

An interfaith invocation will bring together diverse religious traditions in a shared moment of reflection and blessing.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

March 24<\/div>
Leadership<\/div><\/div>
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Institutional addresses<\/div>

The programme will include a welcome address by the Vice-Chancellor and an address by the Chairperson of Council. These reflect institutional leadership and direction.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

March 24<\/div>
Dignitaries<\/div><\/div>
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Dignitary remarks<\/div>

Distinguished local and international guests will deliver remarks in recognition of the significance of the occasion.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

March 24<\/div>
Ceremonial act<\/div><\/div>
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Investiture of the Chancellor<\/div>

The central moment of the ceremony will include the citation of the oath of office and the formal conferral of the Chancellorship.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

March 24<\/div>
Inaugural moment<\/div><\/div>
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Chancellor\u2019s inaugural address<\/div>

The Chancellor will deliver his inaugural address, setting out a vision for the University, the province and the continent.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

March 24<\/div>
Keynote<\/div><\/div>
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Premier\u2019s keynote address<\/div>

The Premier of the Northern Cape will deliver the keynote address as Guest of Honour, reflecting the broader societal significance of the investiture.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

March 24<\/div>
Closure<\/div><\/div>
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Benediction and recession<\/div>

The ceremony will conclude with a choral benediction, followed by the dissolution of the congregation and the formal recession of the procession.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n

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