Tributes pour in for WSU senior staffer Sinethemba Mpambane
In a statement, the University confirmed Mpambane's murder, describing it as a heinous act.
Walter Sisulu University. Picture: Nhlanhla Mabaso/EWN
JOHANNESBURG - Tributes are pouring in for Walter Sisulu University's senior staff member, Sinethemba Mpambane.
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Institutional Support and Development was shot and killed at the entrance of the university’s premises in Mthatha on Thursday.
Mpambane was found in a vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds.
In a statement, the University confirmed Mpambane's murder, describing it as a heinous act.
It has sent its condolences to the Mpambane family, his friends, and colleagues.
Walter Sisulu University Vice-Chancellor and principal Rushiella Songca says Mpambane was an excellent leader and a hard worker.
Police are investigating the fatal shooting.
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Mpambane was entering the Nkululekweni facility at around 6pm on Thursday when he was approached by an unknown gunman.
The Department of Higher Education said it's concerned that this is the second fatal incident on the campus in two months.
In April, student Sisonke Mbolekwa was shot and killed during a protest over living conditions at the institution’s residence.
A residence manager has been charged with Mbolekwa's murder.