Distinguished Professor Sabiha Essack has been inducted as a UKZN Fellow.Professor Sabiha Essack has been inducted as a UKZN Fellow in recognition of her outstanding and sustained contributions to research, innovation and capacity development in the field of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Dr Senzelwe Mazibuko graduated with a PhD in Physiotherapy.Dr Senzelwe Mazibuko’s life story began in the rural village of Mahlabathi, nestled in the northern part of KwaZulu-Natal. It was there, in a community with limited access to healthcare, that his path into physiotherapy was unknowingly paved by a personal tragedy.
Audiologist, Dr Nomataru Gontse, graduated with a PhD.Audiologist Dr Nomataru Gontse’s doctoral research has produced something practical and profound, a context-sensitive practice guideline aimed at improving communication in hearing families with Deaf children in rural areas.
A proud Dr Enowntai Ayukotang at his graduation.
A triumph indeed as the Govindsamy twins graduate.
Ms Mahdiya Pattel graduated with a Bachelor of Audiology degree cum laude.
Spotted at graduation is Ms Zainab Norat.
Bachelor of Sports Science degree cum laude for Ms Tshenolo Legoete.
Dr Shadrack Muma Lusi.
Spotted at graduation is Mr Sicelo Mathebula.The seven Bachelor of Oral Hygiene students who graduated cum laude at UKZN during an Autumn Graduation ceremony were: Mr Nizam Hamad, Mr Tremaine Joseph, Ms Minenhle Masondo, Mr Sicelo Mathebula, Ms Shanay Moodley, Mr Nqubeko Ncayiyana and Ms Valentia Nyawo.
Dr Baji Baba Shaik graduated with a PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry.Born and raised in a small village in India, Dr Baji Baba Shaik’s progression from a humble government school in his home country to being awarded a PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry shows the character of the man.
Dr Sinenhlanhla Gumede-Zuma graduated with a PhD in Dentistry.Born and raised in Pietermaritzburg, Dr Sinenhlanhla Gumede-Zuma’s roots are firmly grounded in townships that helped shape her perspective on community, education and the importance of accessible healthcare.
Dr Fatima Gujba earned a PhD in Physiotherapy. Dr Fatima Kachalla Gujba’s doctoral research focused on upper limb aerobic exercise (ULAE) programmes using arm ergometers and reciprocal pulleys as well as the effects of combining these exercises with general body muscle workouts to enhance cardiovascular parameters.
An excited Dr Sinenhlanhla Mthembu graduated with a PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry.
UKZN Staffer, Dr Siphamandla Nyawose graduated with a PhD in Sports Science.
A PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry for Dr Sikabwe Noki.
Audiology graduate, Ms Savani Pillay.
Seen at graduation were Bachelor of Pharmacy graduates, Mr Thembalethu Luthuli (left) and Ms Aaliyah Lockhat.
Mr Samkelo Khumalo earned his degree summa cum laude.
Dr Kimberleigh Govender graduated with a PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry.
Indian-born Dr Neha Chaurasia graduated with a PhD in Optometry.From the bustling cityscape of Mumbai in India to the hallowed halls of academia, Dr Neha Chaurasia’s journey to become a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Optometry is a powerful story of perseverance, vision and a deep commitment to public eye health.
From left: Mr Ahmeed Ahmed Yusuf, Ms Sayuri Harridev, Ms Abigail Pillay, Ms Kerry Govender and Mr Umar Chhay graduated cum laude.
Achieving her academic milestone is a proud Dr Nthabiseng Motlohi.Dr Nthabiseng Motlohi has come a long way. Her achievement of graduating with a PhD in Pharmacy is not only a personal triumph but a beacon of hope for the future of healthcare systems in southern Africa.
Dr Mohammed Ali Gafar Mohammed earned a PhD in Pharmaceutics.
Thrilled with her achievement is Ms Faatimah Zahra Moola who graduated with her degree cum laude.
Four of the five Dental Therapy students who graduated cum laude. From left: Ms Vuyiswa Noluthando Zwane, Ms Zeenat Abdul Hamid, Mr Wandile Mncwabe, and Ms Sibongokuhle Amanda Mbuyisa.