# Stellenbosch University has inaugurated professor Deresh Ramjugernath as its 13th rector and vice-chancellor. The ceremony yesterday, attended by academic, government, and civil society leaders, was described as a defining moment for the university. In his inaugural address, Ramjugernath pledged to drive holistic transformation, inclusivity, and authentic restitution in higher education. He outlined eight strategic pillars that will shape the university’s future, emphasising African-centred excellence, innovation, and societal impact: