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Solomon Tshekisho Plaatje, a man who stood for dignity, justice and understanding, values that shaped his life\u2019s work, was celebrated during the Sol Plaatje Memorial Weekend from 10 to 11 October 2025 at Sol Plaatje University<\/a><\/span> (SPU). The weekend honoured the author, intellectual and activist after whom the University is named, a place where human effort, knowledge and purpose converge in service of humanity.<\/p>

This year\u2019s memorial weekend carried special significance as SPU bid farewell to its inaugural Chancellor, Justice Steven Majiedt, who has served the University with distinction since 2016. The coming together of these two moments, reflection on Plaatje\u2019s legacy and gratitude for Justice Majiedt\u2019s leadership, created a weekend deeply rooted in the values that define SPU\u2019s identity: service, intellect, humility and transformation.<\/p>

Lessons in Justice and Humanity<\/strong><\/p>

The weekend began with SPU\u2019s flagship event, the Annual Sol Plaatje Lecture. The 2025 lecture, delivered by Justice Steven Majiedt, honoured Plaatje\u2019s enduring legacy by exploring the intersection of law, justice and moral responsibility.<\/p>

SPU\u2019s Chief Operating Officer, Dr David Kanguwe, welcomed guests to an occasion that honoured one of South Africa\u2019s extraordinary sons, describing Plaatje as \u201ca writer, translator, journalist, political activist and believer in education and dialogue.\u201d He noted that Justice Majiedt embodies those same ideals of justice, equality and intellectual rigour, and that both men remind us that \u201cthe pursuit of justice remains both a personal calling and a collective responsibility.\u201d<\/p>

Acting Vice-Chancellor and Principal Designate, Prof Debra Meyer, described the lecture as \u201cone of the most meaningful gatherings in the Northern Cape\u2019s academic and civic life.\u201d She encouraged attendees to \u201cpause, reflect and draw lessons from Plaatje\u2019s legacy,\u201d reminding all that learning at SPU is both a privilege and a moral duty.<\/p>

Prof Jesmael Mataga, Acting Director of the Research Office, delivered a moving reflection that linked Sol Plaatje\u2019s legacy to ancestry, intellect and institutional memory. He reminded the audience that memorial lectures are more than formal commemorations; they are moments of communion with those who came before us, whose ideas and courage continue to shape our conscience. Tracing the lecture\u2019s journey from its origins at the University of Bophuthatswana under Prof Bob Leshoai to its revival through the Northern Cape Department of Sport, Arts and Culture<\/a><\/span> and the Sol Plaatje Educational Trust, he celebrated how the tradition has drawn leading thinkers who challenge and inspire society. He described the Annual Sol Plaatje Lecture as \u201ca flagship moment in SPU\u2019s academic and cultural calendar, held each October to honour Sol Plaatje\u2019s living legacy,\u201d and a time when the University pauses to reflect, celebrate and reaffirm its identity as a living testimony to the legacy of a man whose words, courage and intellect changed a nation.<\/p>

In his lecture, Justice Majiedt reflected on the transformative power of education and the University\u2019s duty to foster justice and equality. The lecture series continues to stand as a beacon of thought leadership and reflection on Plaatje\u2019s vision of an intellectually conscious society. Delivering his lecture, Justice Majiedt drew profound parallels between his judicial journey and Plaatje\u2019s life of service. Under the theme Lessons Learnt During My Career as a Judge from the Life and Legacy of the Venerable Sol Plaatje<\/em>, he spoke of humility, purpose and integrity: \u201cWe as judges must remain humble servants of the people, like Sol Plaatje. We live in a country with serious challenges, and yet I remain optimistic because there are millions with that same selfless spirit. When we dispense justice, we must do so equally, to the rich and the poor, the mighty and the meek, the powerful and the voiceless.\u201d Through these words, the lecture became a reaffirmation of Plaatje\u2019s belief that knowledge must serve and that service must enlighten.<\/p>

A Farewell Rooted in Legacy and Service<\/strong><\/p>

As the reflections of the morning gave way to an evening of gratitude, the University held a Farewell Dinner in honour of Justice Majiedt, a heartfelt celebration attended by his family and friends, provincial and local government representatives, business partners and University stakeholders.<\/p>

SPU Chair of Council, Prof Randall Carolissen, paid tribute to the Chancellor\u2019s leadership, describing him as \u201can activist and a dear friend who embodies our institutional DNA, to lead with impact.\u201d He reflected on the Chancellor\u2019s Bursary Fund and the Talent Pipeline Programme (TPP), which have supported more than 100 learners on their path to university access, saying, \u201cHe leaves behind a legacy that stretches far beyond this province.\u201d<\/p>

SPU\u2019s Acting Vice-Chancellor Designate, Prof Debra Meyer, described Justice Majiedt as \u201ca true son of the Northern Cape who helped lay the foundation of a new institution built on integrity and impact.\u201d She thanked his family for their unwavering support, acknowledging the quiet strength behind his public service.<\/p>

A message from SPU Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Prof Andrew Crouch, was delivered on his behalf by Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Teaching and Learning, Prof Paul Green. Prof Crouch reflected on his close working relationship with Justice Majiedt and their shared commitment to widening access to higher education. He wrote, \u201cI know this has been a personal journey for you, as it has been for me. You have always been deeply passionate about access and inclusion.\u00a0With the support of the University and our private-sector partners, the Talent Pipeline Programme\u00a0vision became a reality in 2021, ensuring that hundreds of learners have since improved their matric results and qualified for university entry. Now, as the programme celebrates its first graduates, I hope you are as proud of this achievement as I am. You have served with remarkable dedication and integrity, guiding this institution through transformation and leaving behind a legacy of purposeful leadership.\u201d<\/p>

In his own address, Justice Majiedt reflected on the journey of building SPU and the power of collaboration in shaping the University\u2019s future. He spoke of preserving universities as sacred spaces for knowledge, dialogue and youth development, echoing Plaatje\u2019s belief that education is the truest act of service to one\u2019s people.<\/p>

Teeing Off for a Purpose<\/strong><\/p>

On Saturday, 11 October 2025, Justice Majiedt hosted the Chancellor\u2019s Golf Day in partnership with Standard Bank<\/a><\/span> to raise funds for the TPP.<\/p>

In her remarks, Acting Vice-Chancellor Designate, Prof Debra Meyer, described the fundraiser as \u201ca tangible expression of what it means to lead with purpose, to translate gratitude into opportunity.\u201d Northern Cape Premier Dr Zamani Saul commended the University for creating pathways for learners, announcing a R300 000 donation to the TPP. The programme identifies the top-performing learners in Grades 10, 11 and 12 from under-resourced schools across the Northern Cape, with a focus on rural areas. It provides academic enrichment as well as social and psychosocial support to prepare these learners for success in higher education and beyond. Through this initiative, SPU helps strengthen the province\u2019s education ecosystem and widen access to opportunity.<\/p>

Former TPP learner Jemima Freeman, now a third-year Bachelor of Arts student at SPU, is a living testament to the life-changing impact of the programme. Sharing her journey, she said, \u201cIt was more than academic preparation. It was emotional and psychological support. It gave me confidence when I had none and reminded me of who I was when I felt lost.\u201d<\/p>

Jemima\u2019s story encapsulated the collective spirit celebrated throughout the weekend. Her success reflected the vision of Justice Majiedt, the commitment of University leadership and the generosity of sponsors and partners who believe in the transformative power of education. Through the TPP, more than 100 young lives have already been changed, embodying Plaatje\u2019s belief that knowledge must empower both the mind and the heart. It is through such purposeful initiatives that SPU continues to give life to Plaatje\u2019s dream of accessible and transformative education.<\/p>

Coming Home to Purpose and Legacy<\/strong><\/p>

While golfers teed off for a cause, the Faculty of Education welcomed its alumni back home. Directed by proud alumnus Mr Kopano Sebe and Ms Palesa Nqana, the Alumni Homecoming was a joyful reunion and a moment of renewal, a reminder that SPU alumni are living legacies of Plaatje\u2019s values.<\/p>

Director: Institutional Advancement, Ms Kashini Maistry, opened the event by describing alumni as \u201cthe heartbeat of SPU\u2019s story, a story of purpose, perseverance and impact.\u201d<\/p>

Justice Majiedt urged alumni to \u201cpursue education that uplifts and transforms communities,\u201d mirroring Plaatje\u2019s life of selfless service.<\/p>

In her keynote address, Dean of the Faculty of Education, Prof Boitumelo Diale, reflected on SPU\u2019s journey of growth and reaffirmed the faculty\u2019s mission to prepare teachers who are excellent, inclusive and grounded in community realities. She emphasised that rural education should be seen \u201cnot as a deficit to be remedied, but as a context rich with cultural assets and indigenous knowledge.\u201d Prof Diale reminded alumni that education is not only about transferring knowledge but also about restoring dignity and creating hope. Guided by her DIALE Vision – Diversity, Integrity, Accountability, Lifelong Learning and Ethics, she encouraged alumni to remain grounded in humility and purpose as they continue to grow teachers who change the world.<\/p>

Special guest speaker Ms Lynn Forbes, mother of the late Hip-Hop artist AKA, shared words of encouragement with personal lessons from her own journey and her family\u2019s long line of educators. She reminded alumni that teachers wear many hats, mentors, guides and changemakers, and encouraged them to always leave a lasting impact in the classroom. Through passion, empathy and purpose, she said, educators shape futures and continue the legacy of transformation that Plaatje envisioned.<\/p>

In the closing vote of thanks, Ms Mosima Mehlape, Manager: Communication and Marketing, reminded alumni of the sacred responsibility they carry, \u201cWhen you walked across the graduation stage, you carried more than a qualification. You carried the living light of Sol Plaatje, a light rooted in heritage, driven by purpose and guided by knowledge that illuminates.\u201d<\/p>

The Sol Plaatje Memorial Weekend was a living tribute to a vision that continues to shape SPU\u2019s identity and impact. Through the lecture, farewell dinner, golf day and alumni homecoming, the University carried forward its commitment to reflection that enlightens, leadership that serves and knowledge that transforms. In carrying forward the legacy of Sol Plaatje, SPU remains a living light of hope, justice and humanity.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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