An overview of UKZN’s five campuses.The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has once again cemented its position as a global leader in academia, earning a prestigious place among the world’s top universities in 10 subjects in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Founder and CEO of Cloud Therapist, Mr Sabelo Gumede, with South African football legend, Benny McCarthy (far right) and at the launch of the #NoExcuse campaign (bottom).
A UKZN rocket engine hot-fire test.The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is taking major strides in the field of aerospace engineering with an exciting new project focused on the development of additively manufactured (3D-printed) rocket engine components.
KUMISA Board members (from left): Mr Thando Nyameni, Ms Debbie Mari, Dr Lindiwe Kunene, Mr Mbongiseni Ndhlela, Ms Zandile Tembe, and Mr Sifiso Kalinjani.Click here for isiZulu version
After five years as Board Chairperson leading the KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) United Music Industry Association (KUMISA), a sectoral Non-Profit Company (NPC) under the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA), Dr Lindiwe Kunene, senior lecturer in Management and Entrepreneurship in the College of Law and Management Studies, bids farewell as chairperson.
Highlights from Ms Courtney Louter’s semester abroad in Seoul, Korea.
SAYAS newly elected executive Committee (from left): Professor David Lokhat (Co-chair), Dr Avela Majavu (Co-chair), Dr Kamini Govender, Dr Maurine Musie, and Dr Gauta Matlou.UKZN researchers Professor David Lokhat and Dr Kamini Govender were elected to the executive committee of the South African Young Academy of Science (SAYAS) at the annual general meeting in December 2024.
From left: Professor Purshottama Reddy and Professor Thokozani Nzimakwe representing UKZN at the 2025 International Institutes of Administrative Sciences Annual Conference.Professor Purshottama Reddy, attached to the Graduate School of Business and Leadership at UKZN, attended the 2025 International Institutes of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) Annual Conference in New Delhi, India, from 10-14 February.
Professor Shenuka Singh.Click here for isiZulu version
Professor Shenuka Singh from UKZN’s Discipline of Dentistry was recently invited as an international special delegate to the Global Conclave on Oral Health Innovation and Research in New Delhi, India.
Mechanical Engineering student, Mr Keyuren Maharaj, and with his team aboard the SLFC Spindrift.Click here for isiZulu version
Mr Keyuren Maharaj, a 22-year-old Mechanical Engineering student from UKZN, is set to represent Durban in the prestigious Mirror African and World Regatta.
UKZN’s successful Orientation programmes highlight the University’s commitment to supporting its first-year students.Click here for isiZulu version
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) successfully hosted a series of comprehensive orientation programmes for its 2025 First Time Entry Students (FTENs) from 3 to 14 February, ensuring a smooth transition into university life across the Howard College, Edgewood, Pietermaritzburg, and Westville campuses.
UKZN alumnus, Ms Simangele Msweli-Ratsoana.
Marine biologists from UKZN visited the Norwegian research vessel, Dr Fridtjof Nansen, at the Durban Harbour.Click here for isiZulu version
Marine Biology staff and postgraduate students from the School of Life Sciences were invited to visit the Norwegian research vessel Dr Fridtjof Nansen at the Durban Harbour on Thursday, 28 February.
Professor David Lokhat (right) receiving the Vice-Chancellor’s Research Award from Dr Mark Hay.Professor David Lokhat, the African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) Chair in Sustainable Engineering and Process Intensification, Full Professor and Academic Leader in Chemical Engineering, is celebrating several awards and appointments that recognise his research and leadership profile in engineering and applied sciences.
Getting Creative: scenes from the drawing competition.
