Zuko Komisa
- Sol Plaatje University (SPU) has appointed renowned global brand authority Thebe Ikalafeng as its new Chancellor.
- The Kimberley-born visionary begins his five-year term effective from 16 January 2026.
- The appointment marks a significant “homecoming” for Ikalafeng as he returns to support the Northern Cape’s premier institution.
Sol Plaatje University has announced the appointment of Thebe Ikalafeng as its new Chancellor, a move hailed as a significant milestone for the Northern Cape’s leading higher education institution.
Ikalafeng, a globally respected brand strategist and Alumnus of the region, officially commenced his five-year tenure on 16 January 2026.
The appointment represents a homecoming for the Kimberley-born leader.
Having built an international reputation as a champion for African brand excellence, Ikalafeng now returns to his roots to provide strategic oversight and prestige to the university.
His term will focus on strengthening SPU’s position as a hub for innovation in the heart of the Northern Cape.
He recently joined Nzinga Qunta on Kaya Biz to discuss his vision for the university, emphasizing a commitment to academic excellence and regional development.
Listen to the full conversation here:
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