24 April 2025
Volume: 13
Issue: 6
The FRESH HIV Cure Research team with guests at the event.

UKZN and Civil Society Applaud Landmark HIV Cure Trial Led by Professor Ndung’u

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The College of Health Sciences (CHS), in partnership with the KZN Office of the Premier, the Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI) and the Sub-Saharan African Network for HIV/TB Research Excellence (SANTHE), recently held an engaging session highlighting the latest findings from a ground-breaking HIV cure trial led by Professor Thumbi Ndung’u.

UKZN’s Instructional Designers, from left: Ms Ephina Matshiteng (College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science), Mr Zwelisha Mfishi (UTLO), Ms Ishana Gangaram (College of Health Sciences), Mr Mukondeleli Mulaudzi (College of Law and Management Studies), and Mr Melikhaya Noqamza (College of Humanities).

Transforming Digital Curriculum: A Strategic Initiative of UKZN

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The University’s Teaching and Learning Office (UTLO) recently convened a meeting with stakeholders to explore the Digital Curriculum Transformation Project - an initiative funded by the University Capacity Development Programme (UCDP).

Ms Cassandra Creamer (left) and Dr Carmen Rennie.

Advancing Forensic Anthropology at UKZN

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Over the years, the Discipline of Clinical Anatomy has conducted research in the field of forensic anthropology, and more recently in forensic taphonomy (the study of decomposition).

UKZN’s Ms Asithandile Nomvete and Mr Zamani Cele, proud representatives at the 11th Inter-University French Debate Tournament in Madagascar.

The 11th Inter-University French Debate Tournament: A Celebration of Francophonie and Youth Empowerment

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The 11th Inter-University French Debate Tournament (TIUD) was an enriching occasion that showcased the power of the French language and culture as a tool for unity, intellectual growth, and cultural exchange.

Professor Upasana Singh recognised with a National Research Foundation C2 rating.

NRF C2 Rating for UKZN Educational Technology Academic

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Professor Upasana Singh has been recognised with a National Research Foundation (NRF) C2 rating for her outstanding contribution to educational technology.

Highlights from Ms Asithandile Nomvete’s time at Université de la Réunion on Réunion Island.

From Umlazi to the World: A Journey of Language, Culture and Resilience

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Glebelands Hostel, a notorious relic from the apartheid era, is often associated with violent killings and a host of other crimes. Yet for Ms Asithandile Nomvete - currently pursuing a Master of Arts in French at UKZN - it was home.

Budding researchers at the workshop with their mentors.

CHS Empowers Future Scholars Through Postgraduate Manuscript Writing Workshop

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In a bid to bolster academic writing skills and increase postgraduate publication output, Dr Kgothatso E Machaba, scientific editor at the College of Health Sciences (CHS), recently hosted a high-impact Postgraduate Manuscript Writing Workshop.

CEIKS staff and learners and educators from Majiya Secondary School pictured outside the UKZN Westville campus Quad.

Majiya School Visit Focuses on Indigenous Knowledge and Ubuntu in Tourism

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Learners and educators from Majiya Secondary School, located between Gingindlovu and Eshowe in northern KwaZulu-Natal, visited the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) - National Research Foundation (NRF) - Centre of Excellence in Indigenous Knowledge Systems (CEIKS) at UKZN.