We are pleased to announce that Prof Christa Janse van Rensburg has been appointed as
the new Director of the Sports, Exercise Medicine and Lifestyle Institute (SEMLI), effective
1 April 2025.

SEMLI, a world-class institute within the Faculty of Health Sciences, is dedicated to
advancing research, education, and clinical practice in sports and exercise medicine, injury
prevention, and lifestyle interventions. Prof Janse van Rensburg brings extensive experience
and visionary leadership to this role, having served as Head of Section Sports Medicine for
nearly 26 years.

A qualified rheumatologist with a special interest in sports medicine, Prof Janse van
Rensburg has played an important role in developing innovative programmes, advancing
interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentoring future leaders in the field. Her expertise and
dedication have been instrumental in positioning SEMLI as a leader in sports and exercise
medicine.

Her appointment reflects the Faculty of Health Sciences' ongoing commitment to excellence,
research, and impactful community engagement. We are confident that under her leadership, SEMLI will continue to grow as a hub for cutting-edge sports and lifestyle medicine initiatives.

Please join us in congratulating Prof Janse van Rensburg on this well-deserved
appointment.