Her Royal Highness Queen Thandekile Jane MaNdlovu Zulu, graduated with a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at UKZN. Her Royal Highness Queen Thandekile Jane MaNdlovu Zulu was awarded a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) by the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) during the Spring Graduation ceremonies.
PhD in Economics graduate, Dr Declek Khwazi Magubane, having his citation read by his supervisor, Professor Phocenah Nyatanga.From the streets of Pietermaritzburg to the halls of academia, a student in the School of Commerce, Dr Declek Khwazi Magubane graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy in Economics underscoring a remarkable journey marked by faith and resilience.
Professor Alistair Mokoena graduated with a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA).
Dr Judell Joseph graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy in Law.Former tutor, supplementary instructor and ad hoc lecturer at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), Dr Judell Joseph graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy in Law focusing on Childcare and Protection - a milestone in both her academic and personal journey.
Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing and Supply Chain Management graduate, Ms Asande Sikhosana.Ms Asande Sikhosana who was recognised as one of UKZN’s Most Inspiring Students at last year’s Spotlight on Greatness: Most Inspiring Student Awards, has graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing and Supply Chain Management.
LLM in Medical Law graduate, Ms Elemme Wilfred.Master of Laws (LLM) in Medical Law graduate Ms Elemme Wilfred has contributed a distinctly South African perspective to the global debate on Heritable Human Genome Editing (HHGE) - a cutting-edge advancement that raises significant ethical, legal, and social questions.
PhD graduates, Dr Kerry-Lee Gurr (left) and Dr Kajal Ramnanun.University of KwaZulu-Natal staff members Dr Kerry-Lee Gurr and Dr Kajal Ramnanun, both graduated with Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in Accounting.
MCom in Leadership Studies graduate, Ms Mpho Moeketsi.The ongoing discourse on gender equity in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) leadership motivated Master of Commerce (MCom) in Leadership Studies graduate Ms Mpho Moeketsi to contribute new knowledge to the field through her research.
EThekwini Municipality Speaker of Council, Mr Thabani Nyawose.Graduating with a Master’s in Public Administration from his alma mater, where he served as the first SRC President of UKZN’s Westville campus, is a full-circle moment for Councillor Thabani Nyawose.
MBA graduate, Ms Nokulunga Nzimande (left) and LLM in Maritime Law graduate, Ms Nomfundo Hlophe celebrate their achievements. 
Dr Brandon Pillay, whose PhD study was in honour of his late family members.Community activist, Dr Brandon Pillay, earned a Doctor of Administration after overcoming the tragic loss of his two brothers during his studies.
Master of Laws in Medical Law cum laude graduate, Dr Carmel Naidoo.Dr Carmel Naidoo (28), a medical doctor currently serving within the South African Military Health Service, graduated with a Master of Laws in Medical Law cum laude.
LLM in Advanced Criminal Justice graduate, Mr Zimisele Hlophe.Following several high-profile cases of white-collar crime in South Africa, forensic specialist Mr Zimisele Hlophe was motivated to explore the factors contributing to the country’s low conviction rates in such cases.
LLM in Business Law graduate, Ms Lumka Swana.
Master’s in Finance cum laude graduates, Mr Lungelo Madondo (left) and Mr Philani Nxele.Mr Lungelo Madondo and Mr Philani Nxele, both graduated cum laude with their Master’s in Commerce (Finance). Their academic journeys - rooted in perseverance and shaped by personal sacrifice - offer inspiration to communities where access to Higher Education remains limited.
UKZN staffers, Ms Penny Sichela (left) and Ms Delzeen Stone.The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) continues to strengthen its reputation as a hub for academic growth and professional development, as two of its staff members Ms Penny Sichela and Ms Delzeen Stone, graduated with their master’s degrees.
From left: Ms Sanam Govender, Mr Glynn Kent, and Ms Celeste Pillay graduated with their Master’s in Law cum laude.
MCom in Supply Chain Management cum laude graduate, Mr Shalin Govender.
GSB&L academic, Dr Mlondi Vilakazi (middle) with his students, from left: Mr Nkosikhona Sabela, Dr Sithulile Mbayi, Mr Mthokozisi Mavimbela and Mr Lethukuthula Dlamini.