04 September 2026
Volume: 14
Issue: 28
UKZN’s Scholarship Awards Ceremony was held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (Durban ICC).

UKZN Scholarship Awardees Challenged to Lead with Purpose and Integrity

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The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) hosted its prestigious Scholarship Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (Durban ICC), celebrating outstanding student achievement.

UKZN’s Archbishop Denis E. Hurley awardees celebrating excellence and the opportunity to pursue their academic goals.

Denis Hurley Scholarship Brings Renewed Hope and Relief for UKZN Students

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For a group of University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) students, receiving the Archbishop Denis E. Hurley Scholarship has brought renewed hope, financial relief and the opportunity to pursue their academic ambitions.

A trio of exceptional scholars (from left): Ms Abigayle Pillay, Mr Nduduzo Mkhwanazi and Ms Regopotswe Kwakwa.

Deputy Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships Spotlight Rising Stars

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Three outstanding undergraduate students in the College of Humanities have been awarded the prestigious College Deputy Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships in recognition of their sustained academic excellence.

From left: Mr Siphosethu Sibila, Ms Yenziwe Dlamini, Ms Payal Bhagwandeen, Ms Bella-Rey Naidoo and Mr Andrew Elkington.

Malegapuru W. Makgoba Scholarship Inspires Future Impact

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Five outstanding University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) undergraduate students - Ms Yenziwe Dlamini, Mr Andrew Elkington, Mr Siphosethu Sibila, Ms Bella-Rey Naidoo and Ms Payal Bhagwandeen - received the Professor Malegapuru W Makgoba Scholarship named in honour of Professor Malegapuru Makgoba, UKZN’s first Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

Going for gold! Ms Londeka Ndlovu, School of Education’s top first-year student receives her award from Dr Judy Dlamini, prominent South African businesswoman, author, and Chancellor of the University of the Witwatersrand.

Hugh Africa Scholarship Empowers Aspiring Teacher

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The Hugh Africa Scholarship is awarded annually to the top first-year student enrolled for a Bachelor of Education degree. The prestigious scholarship recognises exceptional academic achievement while providing financial support to promising student teachers as they pursue their studies.
High flyers: Ms Shreya Maharaj (left) and Ms Kamalia Marimuthu.

UKZN Duo Soars to Global Heights with Overseas Scholarship

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Two University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) students, Ms Kamalia Marimuthu and Ms Shreya Maharaj, have been awarded Emma Smith Overseas Scholarships, enabling them to pursue their studies abroad in recognition of their perseverance, dedication and commitment to using education to create meaningful change.

From left: Mr Kwanele Duma, Ms Sonali Pillay, Mr Musawenkosi Dlamini, Ms Senamile Mabaso, Mr Emmanuel Barnes, Ms Hlengiwe Maphumulo, and Ms Stacey Farinha.

Rick Turner Scholarships for UKZN Scholars Addressing Local Challenges

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Eight postgraduate students at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) have been awarded the Rick Turner Scholarship in recognition of their student leadership credentials, community involvement and commitment to academic excellence.

Ms Vivesha Govender triumphed as the top Humanities senior undergraduate student.

Music Scholar Hits the Right Note with 50th Anniversary Scholarship

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The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) 50th Anniversary Scholarship is a merit-based award presented to an outstanding senior undergraduate student from each of the University’s four Colleges.

Sporting champions Ms Fatimah Chiliza and Ms Ellena Chemaly-Sutherland.

Prestige Sports Scholarship Recipients Excel On and Off the Court

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For students who excel both academically and in sport, balancing the demands of university life with high-level competition requires discipline, commitment and determination.