On 1 March 2023, the Faculty of Theology and Religion welcomed its new dean, Professor Rantoa Letsosa, onto campus and into the University of Pretoria community with a reception in the Musaion Theatre courtyard. Those in attendance included various departmental heads, centre directors, as well as all the students and staff Prof Letsosa will lead into the new academic year.

Taking over from Prof Jerry Pillay, who was recently appointed as the Secretary-General for the World Council of Churches, Prof Letsosa has inherited a dynamic team of academics and other professionals that took advantage of the opportunity created by such a social event to greet their new leader, and discuss the personal contributions they make toward the Faculty’s vision and mission.

Amongst those responsible for staging the event, TuksRes catering once again provided refreshments of the highest calibre, and Mokgadi Mabitsi, as the new dean’s executive administrator, ensured every detail was planned perfectly.  The Faculty would like to extend its heartfelt gratitude to both, and wish Prof Letsosa all of the very best as 2023 continues to unfold around campus.