Dr Phathokuhle Zondi at the 2024 Tokyo Olympic Games.Click here for isiZulu version
Chief Medical Officer for Team South Africa at the 2024 Tokyo Olympic Games Dr Phathokuhle Zondi has joined UKZN’s School of Clinical Medicine.
Professor Bongani Nkambule.Click here for isiZulu version
The new Dean of Research at UKZN’s College of Health Sciences (CHS) is researcher and academic leader, Professor Bongani Nkambule.
Mr Lolan Naicker with his winning SonoChem System.
UKZN has partnered with the Sweethearts Wheelchair Foundation.
UKZN Living Legend, Professor Girish Mody.Click here for isiZulu version
The African League of Associations for Rheumatology (AFLAR) has bestowed its highest honour, the AFLAR Master Award, on renowned South African rheumatologist, UKZN Emeritus Professor Girish Mody, in recognition of his extraordinary lifetime contributions to the field of rheumatology across Africa.
Dr Sandile Kubheka.Dr Sandile Kubheka, who made history in 2014 as UKZN’s youngest ever Medical graduate at the age of 20, has been awarded the Dr Clarence Mini Titanium Young Achiever Award at the 10th Annual Titanium Awards ceremony held during the 24th Annual Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) Conference in Cape Town.
Mr Brando Arran.Third-year UKZN Mechanical Engineering student Mr Brando Arran was over the moon after receiving a bursary from snack and nibble manufacturers Pakworks, emphasising the relief it provides both him and his family.
From left: Professor Carola Niesler, Dr Usri Ibrahim, Ms Rosa Jerlerud, Ms Nelisha Murugan, Ms Ntombozuko Matyumza, and Ms Tivana Moonsamy with the ZetaView® Mono Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis System.UKZN’s Microscopy and Microanalysis Unit (MMU) is home to a central new piece of equipment - a state-of-the-art instrument that analyses nanoparticles in liquid suspension by size, concentration, and fluorescence, and has the potential to foster innovative research across various scientific disciplines at UKZN and beyond.
ENT specialists attending the workshop.
From left: Mr Kwenzokusha Dumisa, Ms Asisipho Dlamini, Ms Queen Sikude, Mr Seluleko Gcaba, Ms Nosipho Phakathi and Mr Sashendren Govender.
A scene from the LOOOP Curriculum Mapping Symposium.Head of the Health Professions Education Unit Professor Veena Singaram hosted an insightful Learning Opportunities, Objectives and Outcomes Platform (LOOOP) Curriculum Mapping Symposium at the Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine.
Dr Mzwandile Dlamini.
From left: Dr Nomfundo Ntombela, Dr Thandeka Khoza, Dr Ziphezinhle Mbhele and Dr Matome Masiela.The graduation of Dr Nomfundo Ntombela, Dr Matome Matsiela and Dr Ziphezinhle Mbhele with PhDs in Biochemistry was a significant step for both veterinary vaccine research and scientific transformation - it highlighted the power of academic-industry collaboration and expanded the representation of Black South African women in science.
SAEF Mentorship Programme mentors and mentees celebrate their graduation.
Third- and fourth-year Law students engaging with members of the legal profession on fascinating career pathways.UKZN’s School of Law hosted a Career Opportunity Morning for third and fourth year Bachelor of Laws (LLB) students, offering valuable insights into various career paths in the legal profession to inform students about the diverse range of career opportunities available with an LLB as an entry point.
UKZN’s Instructional Designer, Dr Zwelisha Mfishi.
Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim.Click here for isiZulu version
Renowned infectious diseases epidemiologist Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society - one of the highest honours a scientist can receive!
Dr Thulani Ngwenya.
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KwaZulu-Natal Deputy Director-General, Dr Nkosenye Zulu receives his PhD.
Ms Mariam Hajee.Ms Mariam Hajee’s innovative chemistry research on the electrochemical detection of antiretroviral (ARVs) drugs in wastewater using nanomaterials earned her a cum laude master’s degree and contributes to the remediation of widely used ARVs in the environment.
UKZN hosts its first-ever Topology Indaba Conference.Click here for isiZulu version
The School of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science hosted the first-ever Topology Indaba Conference (TIC2025) at the Science and Technology Education Centre (STEC) at UKZN.
From left: Professor Monique Marks, Dr Chantal Christopher, Ms Aneesa Moosa, Ms Hanan Quannan, Dr Imtiaz Sooliman and Ms Taskeen Ameer.In a powerful demonstration of ethical activism and solidarity, UKZN’s College of Health Sciences (CHS), in partnership with Healthcare Workers 4 Palestine - South Africa (HCW4P-SA), hosted an emotionally charged film screening and panel discussion titled: “Health Sciences for Justice”.
A celebration of academic excellence during the 21st Victoria and Griffiths Mxenge Memorial Lecture.In a powerful blend of reflection and celebration, UKZN’s Howard College Theatre was the ideal venue for the 21st Victoria and Griffiths Mxenge Memorial Lecture and School of Law Student Awards Ceremony.
Professor David Lokhat.Professor David Lokhat has been appointed to the Engineering Council of South Africa’s (ECSA) 7th Term Governing Council, joining a select group of engineers presiding over the standards, ethics and advancement of engineering professions and disciplines nationwide.
Ms Sthembiso Msane.
Performing artist, Banele MaZulu.
UKZN onboards its new members.
Speakers at the webinar Professor Isaac Khambule (left) and Mr Lindokuhle Mkhumane.In a collaborative effort to create a more enabling environment for local businesses, UKZN’s Graduate School of Business and Leadership (GSB&L), hosted a webinar in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Provincial Government.
Dr Oelof Kruger with his supervisor, Professor Naven Chetty.Innovative research on a refractometer that could reliably correct air distortions in laser-based distance measurements secured Dr Oelof Kruger, a metrologist at the National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA), his PhD.
