The Vaal University of Technology’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dan Kgwadi, has sadly passed away.

VANDERBIJLPARK - The Vaal University of Technology’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dan Kgwadi, has sadly passed away on Sunday night. Kgwadi served as Rector of the North West University from 2014 until 2021. Earlier this year, Kgwadi had threatened to launch legal action against the institution for placing him on special leave. This followed after he took 14 days’ sick leave in January, after he was hospitalised for five days. According to a statement issued by the university, Kgwadi passed away following a short illness. The university has since sent its condolences to his family, friends, relatives, and colleagues. Details of a memorial and funeral service will be announced at a later stage.