UNISA and OR Tambo Foundation to Host 4th Annual Memorial Lecture

UNISA and OR Tambo Foundation to Host 4th Annual Memorial Lecture. On October 18, 2024, the University of South Africa (Unisa) in collaboration with the Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Foundation, proudly presents the 4th Oliver Reginald Tambo Annual Memorial Lecture.

This prestigious event, set to take place at the Muckleneuk Campus in Tshwane, is themed “Integrating Constitutionalism and Ethical Leadership to Reclaim Africa’s Intellectual Futures.” The lecture serves as a beacon of remembrance and celebration of Oliver Reginald Tambo, a paragon of constitutional democracy and ethical governance.

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Keynote Spotlight: Leah Gcabashe’s Visionary Address

The highlight of the lecture will be the keynote address by Leah Gcabashe, a distinguished Senior Counsel and a venerated advocate with a rich career dedicated to the pillars of constitutional law, social justice, and human rights. Gcabashe is set to articulate the crucial impact of constitutionalism and ethical leadership in molding Africa’s future, anchoring her discourse in the life and contributions of Oliver Tambo.

Panel Insights: Reflections on Tambo’s Impact

Further enriching the event, Nomathemba Tambo, representing the Oliver Reginald Tambo Family, will share profound insights into Tambo’s lasting influence on modern African leadership. Her discussion will offer personal reflections and anecdotes that highlight the vibrancy of Tambo’s legacy.

Complementing her narrative, Natasha Allie, Acting CEO of the Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Foundation, will discuss how the foundation continues to propel Tambo’s vision forward. Allie’s remarks will focus on the enduring relevance of Tambo’s leadership ideals in fostering today’s intellectual and ethical growth across the continent.

Conclusion

This year’s Oliver Reginald Tambo Annual Memorial Lecture promises to be a thought-provoking exploration of the vital roles that ethical leadership and strong constitutional frameworks play in advancing Africa’s intellectual futures. Attendees can expect a dynamic exchange of ideas that not only pays homage to a great leader but also seeks to inspire the ongoing pursuit of intellectual enrichment and leadership excellence across Africa.