04 December 2023
Volume: 11
Issue: 61
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Convert Humanities and Social Sciences Studies into Community Projects

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Globally the level of unemployment among graduates is growing. While this phenomenon cuts across disciplines, it is more prevalent among Humanities and Social Science graduates.

The Teaching and Learning, Human Resources, and Finance divisions had the highest response rates to the HR Survey.

Survey Gives Staff a Chance to Express Their Opinions

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An Employee Engagement Survey has been concluded at UKZN.

Professor Shenuka Singh.

UKZN Academic Appointed Deputy-Chairperson of National Health Research Ethics Council

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Professor Shenuka Singh, a distinguished academic in Dentistry at UKZN, has been appointed as the Deputy Chairperson of the National Health Research Ethics Council (NHREC) of South Africa - a significant milestone in her career.

Mr Peter Moumakwe (right) received his award from Professor Mpilo Pearl Sithole of the University of the Free State.

National Best Presenter Award for Geography Master’s Student

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Mr Peter Moumakwe, who is pursuing his master’s degree in Geography at UKZN, received the best presenter award in his category at the Society for South African Geographers (SSAG) Student Conference held at the University of the Free State.

From left: Ms Laila Brand, Advocate Aston Gevers, Advocate Lesala Mofokeng, Professor Freddy Mnyongani, and Mr Nathan Chetty.

Law Students Participate in First Year Moot Competition

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‘It has always been my dream to become an advocate!’

Webinar commemorates the 75th anniversary of the death of Dr BW Vilakazi.

75th Anniversary of the Death of Legendary Linguist Dr BW Vilakazi Remembered

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The University Language Planning and Development Office (ULPDO), in partnership with the Usiba Writers’ Guild, hosted a webinar to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the passing of legendary isiZulu poet, novelist and linguist Dr Benedict Wallet Vilakazi.

Highlights from the 2023 Postgraduate Research and Innovation Symposium.

Focus on Water Security at Postgraduate Research and Innovation Symposium

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Critical issues surrounding water security and sustainability were discussed by scholars, researchers, and industry professionals during the 2023 Postgraduate Research and Innovation Symposium (PRIS) hosted in Durban by UKZN’s College of Agriculture, Engineering, and Science (CAES) under the theme: "Water for Sustainability into the 21st Century".

Indian Consul-General, Dr Thelma John David (centre) and Professor Anil Chuturgoon (seated, second from right) with other UKZN staff members.

Consul-General of India Visits UKZN

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UKZN’s International Relations Office hosted the Consul-General of India in Durban, Dr Thelma John David, during her visit to UKZN’s Westville campus.

Clockwise from left: Dr Rakeshnie Ramoutar-Prieschl, Professor Thabo Msibi, Professor Sarah Bansilal, Professor Nhlanhla Mkhize, Professor Loyiso Nongxa, Professor Vimolan Mudaly and Professor Yunus Ballim (centre).

Teacher Preparation in the 21st Century Discussed at UKZN’s US-SA Higher Education Mathematics Conference

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UKZN hosted an online conference aimed at helping Mathematics teachers in the 21st Century be better equipped while improving learner pass rates.
HPCSA delegation with UKZN leadership.

UKZN Secures Tender to Administer HPCSA Medical Board Exams

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UKZN’s College of Health Sciences has been appointed to administer the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) Medical Board Examinations - a significant indicator of the high regard the College and the University are held in by the council.

Mr Mohamed Hoosen Suleman.

UKZN High-Flyer Scoops 2023 Health Excellence Rising Star Award

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Mr Mohamed Hoosen Suleman, a fifth-year Medical student at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) was elated to be announced as the winner of the 2023 South African Health Excellence Rising Star Award by the Health Clinix Group together with the South African Clinician Scientists’ Society.

Dr Danford Chibvongodze.

Right2Know Campaign Focus of Webinar on Centre for Civil Society Research Project

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A webinar was held to assess the findings of a Centre for Civil Society (CCS) National Research Foundation-funded study by UKZN’s Dr Danford Chibvongodze.

Ms Nthabeleng Hlapisi (centre) with Chief Executive Officer of the Fondation L’Oréal Ms Alexandra Palt (right) and senior government official in the government of Botswana Mr Nelson Torto.

L’Oréal-UNESCO Young Talents Award for Medicinal Chemist

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Ms Nthabeleng Hlapisi, a PhD candidate in the School of Chemistry and Physics, is celebrating being the first woman from Lesotho to receive a L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents Sub-Saharan Africa Award at the 14th For Women in Science (FWIS) Young Talents Sub-Saharan Africa Awards ceremony.

School of Arts Excellence awards attendees.

UKZN School of Arts Recognises and Rewards Excellence

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Students were acknowledged and congratulated for outstanding accomplishments in the fields of academics, creative arts and community engagement during the annual School of Arts Excellence awards event.

Professor Akshay Saha.

Inaugural Lecture Sheds Light on Renewable Energy Research

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UKZN’s Professor Akshay Kumar Saha’s inaugural lecture delved into his more than 30 years of experience and research in electrical power systems with a focus on distributed or renewable energy resources.

Fine Arts honours academics and students with the Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Nana Poku (back row, centre) at the gallery opening.

Fine Arts Honours Students Exhibit at the Tatham Art Gallery

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A group exhibition showcasing the work of UKZN postgraduate students who completed an Honours in Fine Arts degree at the Centre for Visual Arts (CVA) this year opened recently at the Tatham Art Gallery in Pietermaritzburg and will run until 25 February next year.

Delegates at the conference.

UKZN Hosts Africa’s Inaugural International Conference on the History of Occupational and Environmental Health

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The Discipline of Occupational and Environmental Health under UKZN’s School of Nursing and Public Health hosted the 7th International Triennial Conference on the History of Occupational and Environmental Health - the first on African soil and the first held in person following COVID-19.