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What's Happening at MCOBA?

With members around the world, there is always a lot on the go at the Maritzburg College Old Boys’ Association. We pride ourselves on keeping our global network of OCs connected and updated on both Association News and the latest updates on the College of today. Click through our news headlines at your leisure or sign up to our newsletter to get updates right to your inbox.

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January 30, 2026

Old Collegian Spotlight: Anele Nzimande (OC 2023)

Anele Nzimande’s journey into motorsport began in 2021, when he was introduced to karting by a fellow Maritzburg College alumnus, Nkazimulo Khubeka (OC 2023). At the time, family commitments and...
December 21, 2025,

MCOBA YEAR IN REVIEW – 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, the Maritzburg College Old Boys’ Association (MCOBA) looks back on a year filled with connection, achievement, and enduring College spirit. From the roar of...
December 15, 2025

Old Collegian Spotlight: Matt Shaw (Class of 2021)

After matriculating from Maritzburg College in 2021, Matt moved to England and joined Harpenden Rugby Club, competing at a semi-professional level. His strong performances soon earned him selection for Hertfordshire...
November 21, 2025

Chad Potgieter (OC 2017)

Cricket Journey & Early Achievements I first picked up a cricket bat in primary school, and from that moment the game became my greatest passion. Between 2014 and 2016, I...
November 6, 2025

Old Collegian Spotlight: Ross Stander (OC 2017)

After graduating with BCom Law and LLB degrees from Stellenbosch University, Ross Stander (OC 2017) continued his studies in London. Various achievements at Stellenbosch, including co-authoring a book on the...
October 21, 2025

Old Collegian Spotlight: Joshua Glyn-Cuthbert (OC 2022)

    I first got into canoeing at College under Brandon van der Walt in Grade 10 and have been dedicated to the sport ever since. Brandon remains my coach to...
August 4, 2025,

College Connect Breakfast – Key Note Address By Alisdair Sinclair: OC, Class of 1989, VP of Chep, Sub-Saharan Africa.

More Than Just You – By Alisdair Sinclair: OC, Class of 1989, VP of Chep, Sub-Saharan Africa. Presented at the College Connect Business Networking Breakfast in Johannesburg in July 2025....
July 16, 2025

2025 Honorary Life Member – Matthew Marwick (OC 1988)

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Personal Tributes

April 13, 2026

In Loving Memory of John Freeguard (OC 1973)

Tribute to John Freeguard (OC 1973) John Freeguard, who attended Maritzburg College from 1969 to 1973, sadly passed away on 10 April 2026. He is survived by his wife Sue,...
April 9, 2026

In Loving Memory of Landon LaGrange (OC 1982)

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Landon LaGrange, Class of ’82. He succumbed to injuries sustained in a tragic accident involving a vehicle while out...
March 8, 2026

Tribute to Mr Simon Haw by DT Löser (OC 2007)

Mr Simon Haw, history master par excellence (b 1946 – d 2026) Gentlemen, it is with heavy but grateful hearts that we share news of the death of Mr Simon...
December 19, 2025

In Memoriam: Hugh Wimble

Along with all gathered here to celebrate the life of Graham Linscott, I too wish to contribute, even though unable to attend, in remembering my friend — more familiarly known...
December 17, 2025

In Memoriam: Graham Linscott (1941–2025)

Maritzburg College Old Boys note with sadness the passing of Graham Linscott, a distinguished journalist, columnist and storyteller, who died at the age of 83. Graham enjoyed a long and...
May 2, 2025

Richard Lambert (OC 1956)

This is a tribute to Dick Lambert from his son-in-law, Adam Rogers (OC Class of 1991). “I am saddened to have to let you know of the passing of my...
February 11, 2025

Obituary: David Smith – Class of 1975

(13 June 1958 – 28 January 2025) The Old Boys’ Association was very sorry to learn recently of the death of David Smith, of the 6A class of 1975. A...
January 21, 2025

Obituary: Andrew Edward van der Watt

(10 October 1946 – 19 January 2025) Maritzburg College joins the Van der Watt family and his legions of friends, past pupils and admirers in mourning the death on Sunday...
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