Professor Sibusiso Bengu, a prominent figure in South African education, has passed away at the age of 90. He served as Minister of Education during Nelson Mandela's presidency and is remembered for his commitment to dismantling apartheid education and promoting inclusivity.
Former education minister and ambassador Professor Sibusiso Bengu has died at the age of 90. It is understood Bengu passed...Former education minister and ambassador Professor Sibusiso Bengu has died at the age of 90.“We will fondly remember him as a dear husband, father, uncle, grandfather, educator, former Minister of Education, and ambassador.
He left South Africa in 1978 to serve as the Secretary for Research and Social Action for the Lutheran World Foundation and upon his return was appointed to the role of Vice-Chancellor of Fort Hare University “Professor Bhengu will forever be remembered for his unwavering commitment to dismantling the injustices of apartheid education and laying the groundwork for a system rooted in inclusivity, accessibility, and equality.
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