Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube graduated with a Doctorate in Administration.Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube, a trailblazing leader in South African politics and former KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Premier, has dedicated her life to public service and academic excellence, culminating in a Doctorate in Administration from the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
Durban University of Technology Lecturer, Dr Sandile Mkhize.Dr Sandile Mkhize’s research, titled: “Factors Affecting the Organic Products Market in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal: A Diffusion of Innovation Perspective”, aims to provide strategic insights for marketers and policymakers seeking to promote sustainable consumption in emerging markets.
Summa cum laude honours graduate, Mr Ruveshan Naik.At just 23 years old, Durban native Mr Ruveshan Naik has achieved a significant milestone - completing his BCom Honours in Information Systems and Technology summa cum laude - while already building a solid career as a Software Engineer.
Mr Marlon Lazarus with his wife, Gabby.Mr Marlon Lazarus, an Academic Administrator in the College of Health Sciences at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), has achieved an outstanding academic milestone, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Management.
Dr Philip Ramphisa with his brother, Mr Moeti Ramphisa (left), and his friend, Mr Job Legodi.Dr Philip Ramphisa has graduated with a Doctorate in Business Administration. His study, co-supervised by Professor Cecile Gerwel-Proches and Dr Simon Taylor, was titled: “A Phenomenological Study on Leaders’ Experiences of Sustainability in the South African Mining Industry”.
MBA graduate, Mr Sean Jaganath (right) with his son, Armaan.
Mr Anele Xulu with his mother, Ms Thembani Rosemary Xulu.Master of Business Administration (MBA) graduate Mr Anele Xulu has used his academic journey to highlight the experiences of women in mining leadership, while simultaneously breaking boundaries as one of the few openly lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning plus (LGBTQ+) professionals in South Africa’s mining sector.
UKZN staffers, clockwise from top left: Ms Nosisekelo Gabela, Dr Andrisha Beharry, Mr Msizi Dimba, Ms Premila Chetty, Mr Nhlakanipho Muthwa, and Ms Kalaivani Naicker. 
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration graduates celebrate graduating with distinction.
Professor Bibi Chummun (middle) with her students.The 2025 academic year has been a productive one for Professor Bibi Chummun from the Graduate School of Business and Leadership (GSB&L), whose unwavering dedication and commitment have guided 14 students to graduation.
BCom summa cum laude graduate, Ms Vikisha Ranjith.For Ms Vishika Ranjith, a Bachelor of Commerce graduate, earning her degree summa cum laude was more than an academic milestone - it was the culmination of a deeply personal journey marked by dedication, resilience, and growth.
