Leadership and Management Strategy Group (LMSG)

Membership (2026):

• Professor Nana Poku — (Group Chairperson and Vice-Chancellor and Principal), University of KwaZulu-Natal
• Professor Thenjiwe Meyiwa — University of Mpumalanga
• Professor Sibusiso Moyo — Stellenbosch University
• Dr Prince Jaca — Walter Sisulu University
• Professor A. Rhoda — University of the Free State
• Mr B. Kraziya — University of Venda
• Professor Thomas M. Mogale – Independent Expert
• Ms Susan Robertson – Rhodes University, representing the HR Directors’ Forum
• Ms Neo Bila – Sol Plaatje University, representing the Skills Development Facilitators’ Forum

Priority focus areas for 2026:

Evidence-based Reviews to Enhance Leadership and Governance in Universities

• A review of governance practices at public universities to identify strengths, gaps, and risks in governance structures and practices.
• Highlight opportunities for capacity development to improve Council effectiveness and accountability
• Provide evidence-based insights to inform DHET policy development and sector-wide interventions