[WATCH] Chief Tyali: The man who donated land for Fort Hare University
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Thabiso Goba and Sphamandla Dlamini
25 June 2025 | 9:33The final resting place of Chief Mkrazuli Tyali, who donated land that would later house the renowned University of Fort Hare in the Eastern Cape - lies in a neglected state. His historic landmark in Hogsback, known as “the great place” is in a dilapidated state, and has sparked great outcry from community members who say the site has failed to honour his rich legacy.
![[WATCH] Chief Tyali: The man who donated land for Fort Hare University [WATCH] Chief Tyali: The man who donated land for Fort Hare University](https://media-cache-qa.primedia-service.com/media/fyennqha/chief-tyali.jpg?rxy=0.3056678040640548%2C0.4250056039428701&width=342&height=192&v=1dbe68e7e6a45c0&format=webp)
The final resting place of Chief Mkrazuli Tyali, who donated land that would later house the renowned University of Fort Hare in the Eastern Cape. Photo: Sphamandla Dlamini
As the country commemorates 70 years of the Freedom Charter, Tyali’s family has criticised the current government, accusing it of failing to recognise Tyali’s contribution towards a democratic South Africa.













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