The University of Stellenbosch (US) is regarded as one of the best research innovation Institutions in Africa. The recent launch of the Sumbandila Satellite is the first of its kind from an African Institution which is the testimony to the success of the University. The committee previously had serious concerns contrary to the successes of the University. The public perception of the University as an Afrikaans Institution in the new dispensation negatively affected the image of the Institution with the majority of citizens. The poor participation of black undergraduates and the lack of cultural diversity at the Institution were among the concerns that the committee needed clarification. The committee aimed to leave the Institution with clarifications on its plans to improve the diversity and public image of the University. 3. The Delegation Mr M Fransman Chairperson (ANC), Ms M Kubayi (ANC), Mr G Lekgetho (ANC), Mr S Makhubele (ANC), Ms F Mushwana (ANC), Mr S Radebe (ANC), Mr G Boinamo (DA), Dr W James (DA), Ms N Vukuza (COPE) and Ms C Dudley (ACDP).