Distinguished Politician Professor Jakes Gerwel Dies

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Channel: eNCA · 2012 · News & Politics

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Johannesburg, November 28 - Renowned South African academic and politician, Professor Jakes Gerwel has died. He served in a number of prestigious positions at universities, including that of Rector and Vice Chancellor of the University of the Western Cape. He also served as Chancellor of Rhodes University since 1999. It is believed Professor Gerwel died from complications after heart surgery.

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