Fort Hare
The University of Fort Hare (UFH) is a public university in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, known for its historic role in educating many African leaders and for its academic programmes across humanities, sciences, education, management and health sciences. UFH delivers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, research, community engagement and professional training across multiple campuses.
History
Founded in 1916 as a centre for higher education for African students during the colonial era, the University of Fort Hare became one of the most influential institutions for black intellectual and political leadership in Africa. Throughout the 20th century Fort Hare educated many prominent African leaders, anti-apartheid activists and intellectuals. The university experienced changes under apartheid, including restrictions and restructurings, and post-1994 it was revitalised and expanded with new programmes, campuses and a renewed commitment to transformation, research and community engagement.
To produce graduates with knowledge, competencies and values that contribute to social justice, sustainable development and the upliftment of communities; to conduct research of relevance to regional, national and continental priorities; and to encourage community engagement and partnerships that enhance human dignity and social well-being.
To be a leading African university, recognised for academic excellence, engaged scholarship and transformation that supports inclusive development in South Africa and the continent.
