Examines the concept of a "people's university" in the South African context, focusing particularly on the role of historically black universities. Argues that South African blacks feel universities in general do not reflect their views, values, and aspirations, and that black universities should be more representative in their…

Examines reasons for the shift from binary to unitary systems of higher education in Australia and Great Britain, and problems encountered with that change. Argues for retention of the binary system in South Africa and urgent restructuring of the ailing technical college sector as the main focus of a initiative for change in South African higher…

Summarizes issues and recommendations from eight recent studies of the mission of African higher education, including those concerning demand, access, equity, quality and relevance, science and technology, governance, links between universities and the broader society (including business and government), adequate and sustainable funding, and…