Legal trailblazer Wiechers dies

The death of Unisa professor Marinus Wiechers, 81, has robbed South Africa of a humble patriot and an intellectual and legal eagle, the South African National Civic Organisation (Sanco) said yesterday.

Wiechers died in Pretoria on Friday night. He suffered heart problems since July.

Sanco spokesperson Jabu Mahlangu said the former Unisa vice-chancellor will be remembered for his courageous leadership. – ANA