Jeffrey Mabelebele
Jeffrey Mabelebele is a South African vice Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Limpopo.[1]
Jeffrey Mabelebele | |
|---|---|
| Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Town | |
| Assumed office 01 January 2026. | |
| Personal details | |
| Alma mater | University of Limpopo |
| Occupation | Academic |
| Profession | Academic |
Career
The University of Limpopo announced the appointment of Jeffrey Mabelebele as the new Vice-Chancellor and Principal, effective January 1, 2026.[2] [3] He succeeds Professor Mahlo Mokgalong,[4] who has served as Vice-Chancellor for over 54 years. Before his appointment, Mabelebele served as Registrar and Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University.[5] [6]He also served as the Chief Executive Officer of Higher Education South Africa (HESA), now Universities South Africa (USAf).[5]
References
- ^ Madalane, Thulane (2025-07-15). "Premier Ramathuba Congratulates Dr. Mabelebele on New Role as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Limpopo". Timeless News. Retrieved 2026-03-15.
- ^ Carter, Logan (2026-01-08). "New University of Limpopo Vice-Chancellor Dr. JM Mabelebele Sets Up His Priorities". South Africa Rich And Famous. Retrieved 2026-03-15.
- ^ Chronicle, Limpopo (2025-07-11). "University of Limpopo announces new Vice Chancellor". Limpopo Chronicle. Retrieved 2026-03-15.
- ^ Madalane, Thulane (2025-07-12). "University of Limpopo Welcomes New Leadership, Dr. Jeffrey Mabelebele Appointed Vice-Chancellor". Timeless News. Retrieved 2026-03-15.
- ^ a b "University of Limpopo welcomes Vice-Chancellor and Principal Designate - University of Limpopo". 2025-09-01. Retrieved 2026-03-15.
- ^ Africa, Universities South (2025-07-25). "Twenty years of existence celebrated with pride, affirming USAf's role in higher education". Universities South Africa. Retrieved 2026-03-15.