Professor Motshedisi Sebitloane launched Umdlavuza “Pap Smear” Drive during SASOG 2018.Click here for the isiZulu version
Participants of the UKZN Chapter of Amnesty International SA relaunch.
Professor Moses Chimbari presenting at the workshop.
Professor Roland Schulze (left) receiving his award from Dr Hellberg, Head of Siemens Belgium.Professor Roland Schulze, UKZN Hydrology Professor Emeritus and Senior Research Associate in the Centre for Water Resources Research
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Professor Fatima Suleman.Click here for isiZulu version
Medicines are a critical component of universal health coverage, especially essential medicines, says Professor Fatima Suleman of UKZN’s College of Health Sciences.
Delivering her inaugural lecture, the Discipline of Pharmaceutical Sciences academic and Drill’s Multiple Principal Investigator spoke on: Affordability and Equitable Access to Medicines for Public Health.
Scenes at the UKZN Comrades Marathon tester run held in preparation of the annual Comrades Marathon scheduled for June.Click here for isiZulu version
The expression ‘there is no rest for the weary’ proved all too true for the UKZN Athletics Club which kicked off 2019 on a high note with its Comrades Marathon tester run which attracted over 200 runners.
Dr Tivani Mashamba-Thompson who co-authored a ground-breaking Nature Review article with renowned researchers. Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s SNPH Research Academic Leader Dr Tivani Mashamba-Thompson has co-authored a ground-breaking Nature Review article with renowned researchers from Imperial College London, University College London (UCL), London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI).
University Challenge participants in action with their toilet brushes during the first round.Click here for isiZulu version
Two Pollution Research Group (PRG) postgraduate students were part of teams that were placed first and second at a University Challenge contest during the fifth Faecal Sludge Management (FSM5) conference in Cape Town.
Student artworks on show at the Jack Heath Gallery in Pietermaritzburg. Click here for isiZulu version
The Centre for Visual Arts (CVA) at UKZN held its Works in Progress exhibit at the Jack Heath Gallery in Pietermaritzburg, featuring works by Master’s and doctoral students with an emphasis on the creative progress made thus far in the academic year.
UKZN InQubate’s elevator pitch competition held on the Westville campus.Click here for the isiZulu version
UKZN’s Main Hall was transformed into a veritable Dragon’s Den, based on the popular entrepreneurial TV show, complete with judges, contestants and a slew of exciting business pitches.
Mr Thembelani Mazibuko, winner of the DIRCO budget vote essay writing competition. He is seen with Minister Lindiwe Sisulu. Click here for the isiZulu
Master’s in Social Sciences (Politics) student, Mr Thembelani Mazibuko, made UKZN proud when he was chosen as one of four winners in the 2018 Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) Budget vote essay writing competition.
MLCCP Research Team.Click here for the isiZulu version
UKZN’s College of Health Sciences has launched the Multinational Lung Cancer Control Programme (MLCCP) aimed at improving public access to early diagnostic services, treatment and care for lung cancer.
UKZN Jazz lecturer Mr Sibusiso Mashiloane. Insert: The cover of his album. Click here for isiZulu version
Close to Home by UKZN Jazz lecturer Mr Sibusiso Mashiloane has been nominated for a South African Music Award (SAMA) in the category Best Jazz Album.
Dr Tivani Mashamba-Thompson (second left) and Professor Verusia Chetty (third left) at the Hope Conference with other delegates.Click here for isiZulu version
Academic leaders in the College of Health Sciences Professor Verusia Chetty and Dr Tivani Mashamba-Thompson were selected by the National Research Foundation (NRF) as the two South Africans to attend the prestigious 11th HOPE meeting in Okinawa, Japan.
Participants at a collaborative network meeting at UKZN on faecal waste valorisation.Click here for isiZulu version
A collaborative international networking workshop with the focus on faecal waste management was held at UKZN’s School of Engineering.
Dr Yvette Ehlers Smith and PhD candidates Ms Mbalenhle Sosibo, Ms Samke Ngcobo and Ms Thobeka Gumede in the field.Click here for isiZulu version
While conducting investigations into the movement of southern ground-hornbills in KwaZulu-Natal, a UKZN postdoctoral researcher became aware of the lack of toilet and sanitary provisions in schools and homes in the area, prompting her to launch a project to ease the plight of many young South African women.
Ms Refilwe Mofokeng of the School of Life Sciences at UKZN.Click here for isiZulu version
PhD candidate, Ms Refilwe Mofokeng, of the School of Life Sciences is spending two months at the University of Birmingham working with UKZN alumnus, Dr Holly Nel on the science surrounding microplastic pollution thanks to a prestigious Fellowship from the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).
Professor Rozena Maart who has been appointed International Research Ambassador to the University of Bremen in Germany.Click here for isiZulu version
Lecturer in the School of Social Sciences, Professor Rozena Maart, has been appointed International Research Ambassador to the University of Bremen in Germany
Dr Cynthia Chiang at the PRIZM telescope located on Marion Island.Click here for isizulu version
Dr Cynthia Chiang, Senior Astrophysics lecturer at the UKZN Astrophysics and Cosmology Research Unit, has returned from Marion Island, situated halfway between Antarctica and South Africa, where she upgraded the PRIZM radio telescope.
Dr Hangwelani Hope Magidimisha-Chipungu, one of the 200 Young South Africans recognised by the Mail & Guardian .Click here for isiZulu version
Town Planning senior lecturer in the School of Built Environment and Development Studies
Captain of the UKZN Football women’s team, Ms Kholosa Biyana will lead the squad to their first Football Varsity Cup tournament.
A research project led by Queen Mary University of London will help tackle asthma in African schoolchildren.Click here for isiZulu version
A £2 million research project led by Queen Mary University of London will help tackle asthma in African schoolchildren, a condition that is becoming a major health issue in the continent.
Professor Hongjun Xu (second row, centre) with the Minister of Science and Technology and other awardees at the National Intellectual Property Management Office Creator’s Dinner.Click here for isiZulu version
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has recognised Professor Hongjun Xu from the School of Engineering’s Discipline of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering as the Top Intellectual Property (IP) Creator at UKZN.
Education student Mr Luthando Molefe.Click here for isiZulu version
Education student, Mr Luthando Molefe, is thrilled to be among UKZN's Top 40 Most Inspiring Students. He was nominated by his peers on the Edgewood campus and was one of the winners of the annual Spotlight on Greatness Competition that is reviewed by the University's Corporate Relations Division.
UKZN alumna, Holly Rey, won Record of the Year at the recent SAMAs.Click here for isiZulu version
House musician, Ms Holly Wasserfall, aka Holly Rey, took home the Record of the Year award for her song Deeper at the 25th South African Music Awards (SAMAs) at the Sun City Superbowl.
Highlights from the annual John Dube Memorial Lecture.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s School of Education and the School of Religion, Philosophy and Classics (SRPC), in collaboration with the University Language Planning and Development Office and the JL Dube Institute, recently hosted the annual John Dube Memorial Lecture at the Pietermaritzburg campus’ Colin Webb Hall.
Ms Nkosingphile Ntshangase, Youth Ambassador for the United Nations Population Fund.Click here for isiZulu version
Third-year Media and Cultural Studies student Ms Nkosingphile Ntshangase has been chosen as a Youth Ambassador for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).
Highlights from Time of the Writer 2018.Click here for the isiZulu version
The 21st Time of the Writer Festival (12 – 17 March), organised by UKZN’s Centre for Creative Arts (CCA) within the College of Humanities had a successful opening night at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre.
Mr Kwazini ZuluClick here for isiZulu version
UKZN student, Mr Kwazini Zulu, can now add the title of One Young World Ambassador to his list of accolades.
The Fleur de Passion on its journey. Also pictured on the right is Marine Biology lecturer, Dr David Glassom.Click here for isiZulu version
Marine Biology lecturer in the School of Life Sciences Dr David Glassom is a member of a two-week research sail venture aboard the sailboat Fleur de Passion that is part of a four-year global voyage known as the Ocean Mapping Expedition.
Professors Kalpana Hiralal and Goolam Vahed delivered their Inaugural lectures at the Westville campus.Click here for isiZulu version
College of Humanities academics Professors Goolam Vahed and Kalpana Hiralal recently presented their Inaugural lectures at the Senate Chamber, Westville campus.
Partnering for Better Health.‘Today the world is faced with wicked problems that a single institution or discipline cannot respond to alone,’ said Duke University’s Professor Gregory Gray at a recently held public lecture hosted by UKZN’s School of Health Sciences.
This photograph of Merebank, Durban, demonstrates the close proximity of houses to petrochemical refineries.Click here for isiZulu version
The optimal growth of children is a critical investment in the development of society as youngsters represent the future of growing communities.
Top five finalists from left: Mr Mongezi Dlamini; Ms Shiroma Bennimahadeo; Ms Phumzile Manana; Ms Jacqueline Mccarroll, and Mr Ayanda Magubane.Click here for isiZulu version
Entrepreneur and founder of Anonaya Gardens (Pty) Ltd, Mr Mongezi Dlamini recently won the Durban leg of the ninth annual ENGEN Pitch & Polish business competition.
Professor Sunil Maharaj with his Honorary Fellowship Award conferred to him by the Mangosuthu University of Technology.Click here for isiZulu version
Professor Sunil Maharaj of UKZN’s School of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science received an Honorary Fellowship Award for his contributions in the field of Mathematical Sciences from Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) at the institution’s graduation ceremony for the Faculty of Natural Sciences.
Architecture students, Mr Neeshailin Naicker (second left), and Mr Mohammed Shah (second right), walked away with first prize at the South African Saint-Gobain Multi Comfort Student Contest.Click here for isiZulu version
Architecture students, Mr Mohammed Shah and Mr Neeshailin Naicker, walked away with first prize at the South African Saint-Gobain Multi Comfort Student Contest. UKZN entered for the first time last year and won first prize in Dubai.
The 2019 Time of the Writer Festival takes place from 13 to 16 March.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Centre for Creative Arts (CCA) within the College of Humanities presents the 22nd Time of the Writer Festival from 13 to 16 March under the theme Centring the Indigenous.
Scenes from UKZN’s Student Entrepreneurship Showcase.Click here for isiZulu version
The newly-formed Student Entrepreneurship and Innovators Society hosted an event showcasing the thriving culture of student entrepreneurship at UKZN.
The inspiring female team at IALCH, from left: Ms Parasthi Maharaj (seated), Dr Lindiwe Sidali, Dr Leanne Drummond, Dr Kudzai Kanyepi and Sister Nonjabulo Ndlovu.Click here for isiZulu version
Under the leadership of its new Head, Dr Rajhmum Madansein, UKZN’s Cardiothoracic Surgery Department is transforming its once male-dominated theatre rooms into diverse environments. Making headlines last year, the Department also produced South Africa’s first African female cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr Lindiwe Sidali.
UKZN’s Mr Kershen Naicker with the Clariant trophy he won.Click here for the isiZulu version
PhD candidate in the School of Chemistry and Physics (SCP) Mr Kershen Naicker received the 2017 Clariant gold medal and trophy from the Catalysis Society of South Africa (CATSA) for delivering the best oral presentation by a student at its conference in Pilanesberg.
Twenty-four-year old Miss Shaneece Chanderpaul enjoying snow at the University of Wilfrid Laurier in Canada.Click here for the isiZulu version
Third-year Bachelor of Social Science student, Miss Shaneece Chanderpaul, was one of eight students who participated in UKZN’s Student Exchange Programme in 2017.
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Poetry Africa set to take place from 15 to 20 October 2018.Click here for isiZulu version
The popular annual Poetry Africa Festival hosted by the Centre for Creative Arts (CCA) within the College of Humanities takes place in Durban from 15 to 20 October 2018.
Keynote speakers at the Phyllis Naidoo Lecture (from left) Ms Elinor Sisulu, Professor Betty Govinden and Dr Annie Devenish.Click here for isiZulu version
In celebration of Women’s Month and in honour of all women who gave up their lives in the fight for liberation, UKZN’s Special Collections Gandhi Luthuli Documentation Centre hosted the 2018 Phyllis Naidoo Memorial Lecture on the Westville campus.
Scenes at the UKZN research flagships official launch.Click here for isiZulu version
In a bid to strengthen its research outputs and become a world-class and cutting-edge institution, the University of KwaZulu-Natal launched its four research flagships on Wednesday, 5 September 2018.
Top prize winners at the EECE Open Day, Mr Joshua Piggott, Ms Saiuree Nayager, and Ms Rivania Maharaj and one of the innovative projects on display.Click here for the isiZulu version
The Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering (EECE) Open Day was recently held on the Howard College campus. Around 100 individual final-year projects were on display, and students were on hand to explain and demonstrate their innovative designs to parents, fellow students, and members of the general public.
Doctors advancing healthcare access in the township: Dr Siphesihle Dlamini and partner Dr Langelihle Ngubane.Click here for the isiZulu version
Most young doctors prefer establishing their Medical practices in busy city centres or shopping malls, however, this has not been the case with Dr Siphesihle Dlamini (27) and his business partner Dr Langelihle Ngubane (37).
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Dr Brett van Niekerk.Click here for the isiZulu version
An academic in the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (SMSCS), Dr Brett van Niekerk, addressed a Southern African Development Community (SADC) Cyber Security Workshop on: Enhancing Cyber Security in the SADC Region.
Miss Shongani Dladla, third-year Education student who is the proud recipient of the prestigious UKZN Distinguished Leadership Award.Click here for isiZulu version
Ms Shongani Dladla, a third-year Education student is the proud recipient of the prestigious UKZN Distinguished Leadership Award which rewards and recognises students with outstanding academic achievement together with excellence in community engagement or exceptional university service as reflected in the University’s vision, mission and goals.
Ms Amanda Dube received KwaZulu-Natal’s Top Accounting Learner Award and a Thuthuka bursary.Click here for isiZulu version
Ms Amanda Dube (17), who matriculated with six distinctions from Siyabonga Secondary School in Umlazi, Durban, has registered at UKZN to study towards a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting degree in the College of Law and Management Studies.
Highlights from UKZN’s Open Days. Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN reached out to thousands of learners in KwaZulu-Natal at its Open Days on the Pietermaritzburg and Westville campuses.
Highlights from the media launch of the Durban International Film Festival.Click here for isiZulu version
The full programme for the 40th Durban International Film Festival (DIFF), hosted by UKZN’s Centre for Creative Arts (CCA) in the College of Humanities, was announced during a media launch at the Maharani Hotel.
UKZN students who are part of the Royal Reed Dance festival campus campaign.Click here for isiZulu version
Third-year Education student, Ms Nonzuzo Mzizi has launched a campaign to assist and financially support young women (“maidens”) from UKZN who want to attend the annual Umkhosi woMhlanga, also known as the Royal Reed Dance.
Dr Mariam Seedat-Khan, Sociologist at the School of Social Sciences. click here for isiZulu version
Dr Mariam Seedat-Khan, a Sociologist at the School of Social Sciences, has become one of only 25 certified Clinical Sociologists in the world.
UKZN Engineering Dean, Professor Glen Bright, and Dr Whitfield Green from the Department of Higher Education and Training.Click here for isiZulu version
Newly appointed Dean of UKZN School of Engineering, Professor Glen Bright, started his tenure with a bold initiative by hosting an Engineering Curriculum Transformation workshop. The aim of the workshop, held on 24 October, was to streamline courses across Engineering disciplines and to realign the Engineering curricula for social impact and with changing industry needs.
Top left: Vico Artistry members, Mr Konke Ngqambi, Ms Nomfundo Zwane and Mr Muzi Cele. Clockwise from top right: Muzi and Nomfundo present UKZN Chancellor, Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng, with his portrait in the presence of the UKZN Acting Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Nana Poku.Click here for isiZulu version
Happiness is art for young entrepreneurs Mr Muzi Cele, Mr Konke Ngqambi and Ms Nomfundo Zwane who are within the College of Law and Management Studies and partners at Vico Artistry. A journey that started at a young age has turned into an opportunity to make money and change their lives for the better.
Royal Geographical Society Back Medal recipient, Professor Frank Tanser and GIS co-ordinator, Mr Sabelo Ntuli, at AHRI’s field site in Somkhele, northern KwaZulu-Natal. Click here for isiZulu version
College of Health Sciences Professor and Senior Faculty Member at the Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI), Professor Frank Tanser, has been awarded a prestigious Royal Geographical Society Back Medal for conducting seminal research that has shaped national health policies in developing countries.
From left: Professors Deresh Ramjugernath, Francesco Petruccione, Onisimo Mutanga, Kavilan Moodley, Maheshvari Naidu and Kesh Govinder at the Big Data for Science and Society project launch.
Professor Sabine Marschall and her award-winning book.Click here for isiZulu version
Professor Sabine Marschall of the School of Social Sciences has won the Ed Bruner Book Prize for the publication: Tourism and Memories of Home: Migrants, Displaced People, Exiles and Diasporic Communities.
UMnu Mpilo Sbusiso Bhengu oweseka umkhankaso wokusiza labo ababhekene nezinselelo zesimo sengqondo, okuwumkhankaso we-#CrazySocks4Docs.Click here for English version
Abafundi bezobudokotela base-UKZN beseke umkhankaso i-#CrazySocks4Docs (i-CS4D) ngokubambisana nezisebenzi kanye nabafundi bezokwelapha abaphila nokukhwantalala nezinye izinselelo zengqondo.
Mr Mandla Ndaba and Ms Silungile Mavundla with the best seller: Killing Half a Woman - the Woman of Resilience.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Student Governance and Leadership Development Officer, Mr Mandla Ndaba, assisted author, Ms Silungile Mavundla, write and publish her first book: Killing Half a Woman - the Woman of Resilience.
Dr Trishan Naidoo who will spend two months doing research at a university in England.Click here for isiZulu version
Being awarded a prestigious fellowship has allowed UKZN postdoctoral scholar in the School of Life Sciences, Dr Trishan Naidoo, to spend two months doing research at a university in England.
Clockwise from left: Dr Mvuselelo Ngcoya, Professor Kathleen Pithouse-Morgan, Professor Ruth Hoskins and Dr Miranda Young-Jahangeer. Click here for isiZulu version
Academics from the College of Humanities were recently recognised by UKZN for their excellence in teaching.
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Female chemists enjoying the IUPAC talks.Click here for isiZulu version
The School of Chemistry and Physics recently held a Women in Chemistry Breakfast at Westville campus in celebration of 100 years of the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC), as well as 150 years of the Periodic Table.
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The University Language Planning and Development Office has embarked on a university-wide campaign to create awareness about the programmes it offers.
Mr Prince Ndlovu (left) and the Plastic Artwork at the waste to wealth initiative launch.Click here for isiZulu version
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Waste to Wealth is an exciting initiative between UKZN’s Engineering Hub for the African City of the Future (Afrihub) and recycling company, Planetcare (Pty) Ltd.
CCMS PhD student, Mr Tigere Muringa, is the winner of the “ENSPIRE” Elevator Pitch Campus Challenge. Click here for isiZulu version
Centre for Communication, Media and Society (CCMS) PhD student, Mr Tigere Muringa, won first place in the ENSPIRE Elevator Pitch Campus Challenge, a UKZN InQubate student entrepreneurship programme recently held at the Howard College campus.
UKZN Foundation Mandela Month Bursary Awards at the Westville campus.Click here for isiZulu version
The UKZN Foundation awarded partial bursaries to 10 students as part of the Mandela Month Bursary Awards programme.
UKZN staff and students bid Dr Albert van Jaarsveld a fond farewell at the University’s Westville campus.Click here for isiZulu version
‘Do the right thing.’
Physiotherapy students with local clinic users at Madadeni.A group of fourth year Physiotherapy students are over the moon following their experience at the Decentralised Clinical Training in Madadeni, near Newcastle.
Honouring body donors: Families of body donors and UKZN Anatomy staff.Click here for the isiZulu version
The annual Inspectorate and Reverence Ceremony was held by the Discipline of Clinical Anatomy for 28 bodies donated to UKZN for medical training and research purposes last year.
UKZN hosted the Conversations for Change debate on the Howard College campus.Click here for the isizulu version
The Mandela Rhodes Community and UKZN hosted the 7th annual Conversations for Change debate on the Howard College campus which, held 100 years after Nelson Mandela’s birth, focused on the Promises and Paradoxes of Reconciliation.
Dr Karen Bargate at the finish line.Click here for isizulu version
Not many people have the stamina to pull off a 1.9km surf swim, 90.1km cycle and 21.1km run.
2018 Royal Show Guest Judge, Mr Reg Morgan (left), presents Mr Brian Karlsen with his award.Click here for isiZulu version
In his first year of bee keeping, Mr Brian Karlsen, a technician in the Controlled Environment Facility.
Professor Mosa Moshabela.Click here for isiZulu version
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The University of KwaZulu-Natal recently welcomed Professor Mosa Moshabela as the new Dean and Head of the School of Nursing and Public Health housed under the College of Health Sciences (CHS).
Twin brothers Luthando and Thando Adam who have opened a restaurant on the Howard College campus. Click here for isizulu version
Masters students and twin brothers in the College of Humanities, Luthando and Thando Adam, have opened the Xhamela Kitchen restaurant on the Howard College campus.
Dr Helen Malherbe, rare diamond in Advocacy.Click for isiZulu version
A Postdoctoral Fellow in UKZN’s School of Clinical Medicine, Dr Helen Malherbe, is the first ever winner of the Rare Diamond Award for Advocacy of rare diseases in South Africa.
UKZN student, Ms Xolile Kunene, who spoke at an international conference in Italy.Doctoral candidate in the School of Social Sciences at UKZN’s College of Humanities Ms Xolile Kunene delivered a presentation on violence at schools in Wentworth, Durban, during a conference in Italy.
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Dr Mahlubonke (Hlubi) Dlwati, KwaZulu-Natal’s first African Neurologist.Click here for isiZulu version
Having completed his registrar training at UKZN, Dr Mahlubonke (Hlubi) Dlwati, is KwaZulu-Natal’s first African Neurologist. Born and raised in All Saints which is in the rural outskirts of Engcobo in the Eastern Cape, Dlwati is currently based in the Neurology Department at Grey’s hospital in Pietermaritzburg.
Professor Shenuka Singh, Dr Msizi Mkhize, Professor Ruth Hoskins, Professor Fayth Ruffin, Dr Miranda Young-Jahangeer and Professor Kathleen Pithouse-Morgan, at the DTA dinner.Click here for isiZulu version
Four UKZN academics received Distinguished Teachers’ Awards (DTA) at a dinner hosted by the University Teaching and Learning Office (UTLO). They were Professor Kathleen Pithouse-Morgan, Dr Msizi Mkhize, Dr Mvuselelo Ngcoya and Professor Fayth Ruffin.
Highlights from the Students’ Reflection In and Of Higher Education Spaces: Post-Apartheid exhibition.Click here for isiZulu version
A photographic exhibition titled: Students’ Reflection In and Of Higher Education Spaces: Post-Apartheid was held recently by South African Architecture lecturer Mrs Bridget Horner.
From left: Mr Mfanelo Ndlovu, Professor Brian McArthur, MEC Sihle Zikalala and Dr Nomkhosi Luthuli.Click here for isiZulu version
The Graduate School of Business and Leadership (GSB&L) in the College of Law and Management Studies hosted an engagement between the KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA), MrSihle Zikalala and students sponsored by the Department.
From left: Mr Kwazini Zulu, Ms Nomqhele Dube, Ms Samkelisiwe Mkhize, Ms Nkosingiphile Ntshangase, Mr Muhle Ndwalane and Mr Mongezi Dlamini.Click here for isiZulu version
Every year, the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) recognises 40 students whose contribution goes beyond their academic achievements. This year of these 40 students, five of them are from Enactus UKZN.
Dr Mariam Seedat-Khan.Click here for isiZulu version
Clinical Sociologist Dr Mariam Seedat-Khan from the School of Social Sciences, was recently honoured as one of the 50 KZN Women of Wonder. This is the second-year in which 50 inspiring women from KwaZulu-Natal are honoured, by Panache Promotions and Events, for making a difference in the lives of others and for being agents of change in society.
Students and staff erect a fence for the Molweni Farming Community.Click here for isiZulu version
First-year Speech Therapy student, Ms Jessica Smeeton, recently spearheaded a project to fence a garden for a Molweni farming community. This project formed part of her Community Studies module.
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Prize giving, 2018 Champions.Click here for isiZulu version
The Graduate School of Business and Leadership’s Regional Local Economic Development Initiative celebrated the success of its Champions Programme with 15 social entrepreneurs being honoured for their hard work and contribution towards their communities.
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On 1 August 2018, women of all religions, races and cultures united as one for the total shutdown march against gender based violence. The march began at Curries Fountain Stadium
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Namuhla, i-UKZNdaba yethula i-UKZN VOICES, okuyingosi yanyangazonke ezothatha indawo ye-The Griot. Yize noma i-The Griot beyinesasasa, kugcine kuthathwe isinqumo sokuthi kuvulwe ingosi entsha ezohlangania wonke amazwi ase-UKZN; njengoba kulo nyaka kugxilwe kwezoguquko – okungokunye kokuzobhekisiswa yiNyuvesi kulonyaka wezi-2019 kuya phambil. Silindele imibhalo esezingeni eliphezulu kubo bonke ababhali bethu abawongoti emikhakheni abazobe bebhala ngayo.
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Mhla zi-3 kuMbasa ngonyaka wezi-2019, i-Supreme Court of Appeal kwelikaNgomane & others v City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality & another (734/2017) [2018] ZASCA 57 isola iDolobha laseGoli ngendlela eliphatha ngayo abantu abangenamakhaya.
CAES staff and student assistants at the winning Royal Show stand with their trophy.Click here for the isiZulu version Three years in a row, the College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science (CAES) has won the Royal Industrial Floating Trophy for Best Display in an individual building at the annual Royal Show
Reverend Nhlakanipho Dlamini, rocking a Mandela T-shirt, pictured on his very first day at the University of Denver and exploring the Brooklyn Bridge in New York. Click here for the isiZulu version
Reverend Nhlakanipho Dlamini, a third-year Bachelor of Social Science candidate majoring in Law and History, was an exchange student at the University of Denver in Colorado in the United States last year.
Dr Andrew Eloka-Eboka and Dr Samuel Iwarere.Click here for the isiZulu version
Dr Andrew Eloka-Eboka and Dr Samuel Iwarere of UKZN’s School of Engineering have been awarded National Research Foundation (NRF) Y ratings in the category of promising young researchers.
Authors of a new book, Dermatology Comprehensive Handbook for Africa, Professor Ncoza Dlova and Professor Anisa Mosam.Click here for the isiZulu version
The Department of Dermatology hosted a successful UKZN General Practitioner Dermatology Summer Update in partnership with Adcock Ingram on the Medical School campus in Durban.
Highlights from the “Unsettling Space” exhibition.Click here for isiZulu version
Fine Arts students from the School of Arts recently constructed an installation titled ‘Unsettling Space’ on the Pietermaritzburg campus. This was part of the Andrew Mellon Foundation Supra-institutional Project on the Decolonial Turn (Unsettling paradigms).
UKZN academics at the eighth local government conference.Click here for isiZulu version
The Democracy Development Programme (DDP) in collaboration with Professor Purshottama Reddy of the School of Management, IT and Governance hosted the eighth local government conference at Elangeni Hotel, Durban last week.
Criminology and Forensic Studies Discipline representatives celebrate a successful external review.Click here for isiZulu version
A review of the undergraduate major, Criminology and Forensic Studies in the School of Applied Human Sciences (SAHS) was completed successfully over a four-day period on UKZN’s Howard College campus.
From left: Dr Sudan Hansraj, Dr Ché Pillay, Dr David Lokhat and Dr Matthew Akerman.Click here for the isiZulu version
Four academics in UKZN’s College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science (CAES) have each received a 2017 Distinguished Teacher Award (DTA).
Attendees at the Traditional Medicine seminar. Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Traditional Medicine Discipline recently hosted a Traditional Medicine Seminar in celebration of Traditional Medicine Day. The seminar was held at the Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine.
The HPCSA accreditation panel with CHS Leadership and UKZN’s Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Dr Albert van Jaarsveld.Click here for the isiZulu version
The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) recently assessed UKZN’s undergraduate Medical degree and recommended full accreditation for the next five years.
Together here during a visit by a German teacher exchange programme are (from left) Ms Sbongimpile Mdabe, Dr Samukelisiwe Mngomezulu, Dr Angela James and Ms Denosha Mungal. Click here for the isiZulu version
Representatives of the ENSA Teacher Exchange Programme in Berlin on a visit to South Africa to explore issues of sustainable development were co-hosted by UKZN’s School of Education.
Dube Tradeport Corporation and UKZN representatives with some of the beneficiaries to the project. Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN InQubate and the College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science (CAES) are about to embark on a highly strategic project with the Dube TradePort Corporation (DTPC), in association with one of its business zones, the Dube AgriZone, Africa’s first integrated perishables supply chain and the most technologically advanced future farming platform on the continent.
Professor Ernest Khalema and Dr Alude Mahali seen with their new book.Click here for isiZulu version
The Centre for Civil Society (CCS) within the School of Built Environment and Development Studies recently screened the student-centred documentary film Ready or Not! Black Students’ Experiences of South African Universities.
UKZN alumnus and dietician, Mrs Penny Kaye (nee Burns), who will be awarded an MBE from Queen Elizabeth II.Click here for isiZulu version
An alumnus of UKZN, Mrs Penny Kaye (née Burns) has been awarded an MBE (Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) for dedication to her work with Oncology patients in the field of Dietetics
Dr David Bishop whose research findings have highlighted the need for improved safety during Caesarean section procedures.Click here for isiZulu version
The need for improved safety during Caesarean sections has been highlighted in research findings by an Honorary Clinical Associate in UKZN’s Department of Anaesthetics.
Some of the academics who completed the ACT Blended Learning online course.Click here for isiZulu story
“Incredibly insane”, “awesome”, “inspirational” - these are words you don’t often find associated with teaching and learning.
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Professor Keyan Tomaselli (far right) with contributors to his new book: Making Sense of Research.Click here for the isiZulu version
Making Sense of Research (Van Schaik, 2018) is the title of a new book published by UKZN Emeritus Professor Keyan Tomaselli of the Centre for Communication, Media and Society (CCMS) in the School of Applied Human Sciences.
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From left: Dr Wafaa El-Sadr, Dr Myron Cohen, Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim and Dr Anthony Fauci, at the National Institutes of Health in the US.“for her outstanding commitment and leadership to health as a right, internationally and domestically” …
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Ms Tshegofatso Molefe.Click here for the isiZulu version
Exams are not the only nerve-wrecking experience final year Law student Ms Tshegofatso Molefe has had to contend with as she is also currently preparing to participate in the Justice Pageant SA which takes place in Johannesburg later this month.
UKZN alumnus Mr Charles Browne has developed a board game, SEE SAY DOO®.Click here for the isiZulu version
UKZN alumnus Mr Charles Browne (67) has developed a board game called SEE SAY DOO®.
Mr Shingirai Mugambiwa who received an award from AOSIS publishers for being the author of their most cited journal article in the field of Science, Technology and Innovation.Click here for isiZulu version
PhD Sociology student Mr Shingirai Mugambiwa has received an award from AOSIS publishers for being the author of their most cited journal article in the field of Science, Technology and Innovation.
Some of the UKZN runners that participated in the recent Two Oceans Marathon are from left: Mr Sanele Mbambo, Ms Nina Grundlingh, Mr Alex Nxumalo, Mr Mkeka Tseole and Mr Tony Singarum.Click here for isiZulu version
Several UKZN staff members and students ran in the recent 50th Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town, taking part in the ultra and half marathon events and trail runs.
Mrs Elaine Brass and Professor Deresh Ramjugernath with the signed Memorandum of Understanding.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Discipline of Traditional Medicine recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Health and Welfare SETA (HWSETA) at the Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine campus.
UKZN alumnus, Mr Phumelela Msomi, with his father and mentor, Mr Zwe Msomi.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZNdabaOnline is running a series titled Spotlight on Alumni in which former UKZN students are interviewed about their lives and achievements.
Ms Refilwe Mofokeng of the School of Life Sciences at UKZN.Click here for isiZulu version
PhD candidate, Ms Refilwe Mofokeng, of the School of Life Sciences is spending two months at the University of Birmingham working with UKZN alumnus, Dr Holly Nel on the science surrounding microplastic pollution thanks to a prestigious Fellowship from the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).
Miss Sinenhlanhla Zondo who has has been accepted at Cambridge University for a year’s study towards her MPhil in Public Health.Click here for isiZulu version
A junior researcher in the Multinational Lung Cancer Control Programme (MLCCP) at UKZN’s College of Health Sciences, Miss Sinenhlanhla Zondo, has been accepted at Cambridge University in England for a year’s study towards her MPhil in Public Health.
Dr Pamela Sithole juggled her part-time domestic work duties and her Medical studies at the Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine.Click here for the isiZulu version
As a student Dr Pamela Sithole juggled her part-time domestic work duties and her Medical studies at the Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
From left: Mr Dilip Kalyan, AHRI Chief Financial Officer; Mr Muzi Khumalo, UKZN Director: Infrastructure Planning and Projects; Mr Jeremy Hathorn, FGG Architects; and Mr Costas Criticos unveil the award plaque on the K-RITH Tower Building. Click here for isiZulu version
The K-RITH Tower Building at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine campus has scooped a national award at the South African Institute of Architects (SAIA) Awards.
Team UKZN from left: Mr Steffen Wies, Mr Tim Siepman, Ms Camira Govender and Mr Rudi Wies.Click here for isiZulu version
Team UKZN, comprising of four Accounting graduates, has made it into the semi-finals of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Case Study Competition.
The team members are Ms Camira Govender, Mr Tim Siepman as well as twins, Mr Steffen Wies and Mr Rudi Wies.
Professor Fatima Suleman, Head of the Centre for Pharmaceutical Policy and Evidence Based Practice.Click here for isiZulu version
Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nana Poku, was delighted to receive the news that UKZN’s Centre for Pharmaceutical Policy and Evidence Based Practice has been designated as a World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre. ‘This prestigious endorsement is no mean feat but UKZN has the expertise and institutional capacity to support the WHO’s activities and programmes at all levels,’ said Poku.
Students donated sanitary pads to those in need. Click here for isiZulu version
The Varsity Youth In Action Network’s first programme for 2019 was a campaign to collect 500 sanitary pads for needy students.
Dr Tivani Mashamba-Thompson received two prestigious international fellowships.Click here for isiZulu version
Academic Leader: Research in the School of Nursing and Public Health, Dr Tivani Mashamba-Thompson, is the recipient of two prestigious international fellowships.
Workshop participants with Dr Sheri Seetal (standing third right).Click here for isiZulu version
Relationships between UKZN and recent alumni – most of whom graduated between 2013 and April this year – were strengthened through a Job Search Skills Workshop co-ordinated by the Alumni Relations office.
Dr Marshall Maposa is the proud recipient of the prestigious Thomas Pringle award for Best Education article. Click here for isiZulu version
Dr Marshall Maposa, a lecturer in History Education, was recently honoured by the English Academy of Southern Africa with the prestigious Thomas Pringle award for the Best Education article published in the 2017 academic year.
Professor Peter Ajibade with family and well-wishers after his inaugural lecture.Click here for isiZulu version
Inorganic Chemist Professor Peter Ajibade used the occasion of his inaugural lecture to explore the possibilities of metal complexes acting as “magic bullets” against drug resistant diseases and as the precursors for nanomaterials.
UKZN and Habitat for Humanity volunteers during the TB and HIV Screening awareness in Umgababa in July.Click here for isizulu version
A third-year Medical student at UKZN’s Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine has established a progressive TB and HIV awareness programme in Umgababa, south of Durban.
Mr Viloshin Govender and Dr Claudia Loggia seen with their research poster at the World Social Science Forum.Click here for isiZulu version
Academics from the School of Built Environment and Development Studies, Dr Claudia Loggia and Mr Viloshin Govender recently presented a poster and a paper titled Co-producing Spatial Maps for Risk Management and Disaster Response in Informal Settlements in South Africa, at the World Social Science Forum held in Fukuoka, Japan.
The Research Office’s Mr Mlungisi Zondi with his NRF award.a href="http://ndabaonline.ukzn.ac.za/UkzndabaStory/Vol6-Issue60/Umsebenzi%20wase-UKZN%20Uhlomule%20Ngendondo%20ye-NRF/">Click here for isiZulu version
Assistant Administrative Officer in the Research Office, Mr Mlungisi Zondi recently received an award for “Best Newcomer NRF Designated Authority” from the National Research Foundation (NRF).
SRC members and UKZN staff at the Inauguration ceremony at the MH Joosub Hall at UKZN’s Westville campus.
Professor Salim Abdool Karim who has been elected as a Fellow of the prestigious Royal Society in Britain.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN's Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Salim Abdool Karim has been elected as a Fellow of the prestigious Royal Society in Britain - the world’s oldest science academy.
Dr Brett Van Niekerk.Click here for isiZulu version
Dr Brett van Niekerk, an academic in the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (SMSCS), received an award for his work in cyber security from the South African chapter of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA).
Saxophonist, Ernest Dawkins of the United States.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Centre for Jazz and Popular Music (CJPM) in the School of Arts proudly presented SOWETO EXCHANGE - a sonic jazz hip-hop group led by saxophonist Ernest Dawkins of the United States – on Wednesday, 6 February.
UKZN’s Executive Director: Corporate Relations, Mr Ashton Bodrick; Ambassador Anil Sooklal; Ambassador Lin Songtain; Professor Deresh Ramjugernath; and Consul General, Fei Mingxing.Click here for isiZulu version
As part of the UKZN Africa Day celebrations, the University opened its doors to His Excellency Lin Songtian, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the Republic of South Africa; as well as Ambassador Anil Sooklal, Deputy Director General in the Department of International Relations and Cooperation.
Cape Town-based alumni and UKZN staff at the recent alumni get-together.Click here for isiZulu version
The Alumni Relations Office co-ordinated an alumni get-together in Cape Town on Saturday, 11 May. Guests were welcomed by Ms Normah Zondo from UKZN’s Corporate Relations Division.
Dr Joseph Rudigi Rukema (centre) with members of the “Informal Settlements Builders Association”.Click here for isiZulu version
Informal learning can be a powerful tool in helping close the skills gap and create jobs.
UKZN Masters student, Mr Bayabonga Zulu, who was one of 200 students from around the world selected to attend the Golden Key Leadership Summit.Click here for isiZulu version
In recognition of his academic achievements and community service, UKZN Master’s student and Golden Key member, Mr Bayabonga Zulu, was one of 200 students from around the world selected to attend the Golden Key Leadership Summit in Niagara Falls, Canada.
Dr Pamela Pillay, Academic Leader of Teaching and Learning in the School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences.Click here for isiZulu version
Dr Pamela Pillay has risen from humble beginnings to being appointed Academic Leader of Teaching and Learning in the School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences (LMMS). She also heads up the UKZN Body Donor programme and is a Fellow of the prestigious United States National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded Developing Research Innovation, Localisation and Leadership in South Africa (DRILL) programme.
Highlights from the 2018 UKZN Parents Day.The University of KwaZulu-Natal recently held its 2018 Parents Day events for the four Colleges.
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Participants in the MoBreed (left) and ACADEMY (right) at the Kick off meeting in Brussels.Click here for the isiZulu version
UKZN has been awarded two INTRA-AFRICA mobility projects namely MoBreed awarded in 2016 and ACADEMY awarded in 2017.
From left: final-year DUT Design student, Mr Katekani Moreku; Professor Cristina Trois; MSc Engineering student models Ms Sean Moodley and Mr Keyuran Govender; and Grade 9 Clifton School pupil Mr Matteo Strachan.Click here for isiZUlu version
The University of KwaZulu-Natal hosted a unique cocktail themed fashion show titled “Waste to Art” at the KZNSA Art Gallery in November.
ISEESO representatives, Ms Luyanda Gumede and Ms Sphokazi Sgwebela, speak out against women abuse.Click here for isiZulu version
Representatives from the Isibani Educational Empowerment Students Organisation (ISEESO) visited Ean Touch Online Radio to commemorate National Women’s Day.
Mr Kevin Kantize. Click here for isiZulu version
Burundian Mr Kevin Kantize, a master’s candidate in the School of Chemistry and Physics has been awarded a Mandela Rhodes Scholarship.
UKZN Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Dr Albert van Jaarsveld hosted sessions on all five campuses to engage with University staff members.
Mr Tumisang Malete, born to be a leader.Click here for the isiZulu version
UKZN’s fourth-year Medical student, Mr Tumisang Malete, recently published what he refers to as his first of many books on leadership. The book, titled Leading in a Selfie Generation was officially launched on the 24th February and is available online, www.leadinginaselfiegeneration.co.za
From left: In the SCP second-year Physics Lab are Mr Luan Lombard, Mr Dauda Sheni, Mr Jehoiakim Pillay, Mr Rucille Ramlal and Ms Nuzhat Amod. Click here for isiZulu version
School of Chemistry and Physics (SCP) recently spent a week honing the skills of South Africa’s five-member team of Grade 12 learners that is competing in the 49th International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) in Lisbon, Portugal, from 21 to 29 July.
UKZN campuses. Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN is in the top half of a list of 100 best universities in emerging economies recently released by the respected Times Higher Education (THE).
Fourth-year Nursing students with their lecturers at an Autism Month awareness event.Click here for isiZulu version
Fourth-year students from UKZN’s Nursing Discipline commemorated Autism Month in April by participating in several awareness events hosted by Action in Autism - a non-profit organisation which raises awareness about autism and provides early learning intervention for children diagnosed with it.
From left: Dr Kimesh Naidoo, Paedicatrician - 2018 SAFRI Fellow; Dr Jacky van Wyk, AL-Research; and Ms Keshena Naidoo, 2019 SAFRI Fellow.Click here for isiZulu version
Lecturer, Ms Keshena Naidoo has been awarded the Sub-Saharan Africa-FAIMER Regional Institute (SAFRI) scholarship for a Health Professions educator to support an innovative project at their institution.
The delegation from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with academics from UKZN.Click here for isiZulu version
A delegation from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s (UIUC) College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES) recently spent two days with academics and researchers at UKZN exploring the creation of strong and lasting partnerships between the two institutions.
SA Music Rights Organisation bursary winners (from left) Ms Nobuhle Myeni, Ms Nomthandazo Makhanya, Ms Noluthando Maphumulo and Ms Zoliswa Michelle Mchunu.Click here for isiZulu version
Nine students of the College of Humanities won 2019 Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) Bursaries for study in music performance - each receiving cash towards their tuition fees or for funding their research.
UKZN’s disability LAN was launched on the Westville campus.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Disability Support Unit unveiled a LAN for students with disabilities on the Westville campus on 29 October.
Professor Donal McCracken, the author of Nicholson: How an Angry Irishman became the Hero of Delhi which chronicled the life of Irish soldier, John Nicholson.Click here for isiZulu version
Historian and UKZN lecturer Professor Donal McCracken’s book, Nicholson: How an Angry Irishman became the Hero of Delhi, was 12 years in the making and took him to India, Ireland and Britain.
From the left: Professor Kesh Govender, Professor Rajen Naidoo, Professor Anil Chuturgoon and Professor Deresh Ramjugernath.Click here for isiZulu version
In a bid to innovate the research agenda and create greater impact, UKZN’s African Health Saving Lives Research Flagship has launched the Optimal Child Growth and Development (OrCHID) project.
UKZN’s Professor Abul Fadl Mohseen Ebrahim who has been appointed as Honorary Consul of the Seychelles.Click here for isiZulu version
Emeritus Professor Abul Fadl Mohseen Ebrahim of the School of Religion, Philosophy and Classics at UKZN has been appointed as Honorary Consul of Seychelles by the Indian Ocean island’s President, Mr Danny Faure.
From top left: Professor Bonginkosi Chiliza, Professor Jonathan Burns, and bottom from left: Professor Frank Tanser, Dr Andrew Tomita, Dr Saeeda Paruk, and Dr Shamima Saloojee.Click here for isiZulu version
Scientists from UKZN’s College of Health Sciences have received a R12.8 million grant from the South African Medical Research Council and the Medical Research Council UK/Newton Fund for a UK-South Africa Joint Initiative on Mental Health.
Professor Andrew Green at the eastern-most point in the United States, overlooking the Bay of Fundy, which he dubbed “the Mecca of marine sedimentologists”.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Professor Andrew Green says he has renewed confidence in the world class capabilities of South African research institutions following his Fulbright Visiting Research Scholar Program (FVRSP) stay in the United States.
Amakhempasi ase-UKZN.Click here for English version
INyuvesi yakwaZulu-Natal iphume phambili e-Afrika ohlwini lwe-Times Higher Education (i-THE) Young University Rankings, eqhathanisa amanyuvesi omhlaba aneminyaka engama-50 noma ngaphansi.
Ms Mbali Vilakazi who is representing South Africa and UKZN at the Golden Key Honour Society Leadership Summit in the United States.Click here for isiZulu version
PhD candidate, Ms Mbali Vilakazi, recently represented South Africa and UKZN at the Golden Key Honour Society Leadership Summit, which opened in Chicago in the United States on 15 February.
Mr Jude Akinyelu who received a best paper award at an international conference in Cape Town.Click here for isiZulu version
Mr Jude Akinyelu, a Biochemistry PhD student at UKZN was recently invited to present a paper at the 10th International Conference on Advances in Science, Engineering, Technology and Healthcare (ASETH18) in Cape Town.
From left, Municipal Manager Dr Tsepang Nakin, Professor Betty Mubangizi, Cllr Matsepiso Setenane and Municipal Mayor Mr Momelezi Mbedla.Click here for isiZulu version
The first NRF-DST Research Chair in the College of Law and Management Studies Professor Betty Mubangizi recently made a presentation as part of the municipality’s annual strategic planning workshop held recently.
Ms Janine Hicks.Click here for isiZulu version
A strong advocate of women’s human rights issues, School of Law lecturer and UKZN Gender-based Violence Committee Chairperson, Ms Janine Hicks recently participated in a panel discussion and dialogue on women’s political participation and representation.
Professor Cristina Trois, SA Research Chair in Climate Change and Waste Management.Click here for isiZuluversion
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Professor Cristina Trois has been awarded a National Research Foundation (NRF) / Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) South African Research Chair Initiative (SARChI) for Climate Change and Waste Management.
Ms Zahra Kader.Click here for isiZulu version
To commemorate National Science Week and National Women’s Month, the College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science is honouring its female scientists through its Wonder Women in Science campaign. These are passionate, pioneering and persistent heroines who are making waves in the field of science.
Dr Aaron Motsolaedi, South Africa’s Health Minister; Dr PN Govender and Professor Mergan Naidoo. Click here for isiZulu version
Dr Perisamy Neelaphithambaran Govender, affectionately known as PN by his friends, was recently honoured by the South African Medical Association (SAMA) with a Human Rights award in recognition of the significant contribution he made to his profession and community.
UKZN and Umtapo honoured late anti-apartheid activist, Steve Biko, at the University’s Westville campus.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN and the Umtapo Centre co-hosted the Steve Biko Memorial Lecture themed: SA: The Unfinished Revolution on the Westville campus on the 41st anniversary of the lauded anti-apartheid activist’s death.
Minister Lindiwe Sisulu delivering the annual Dr Phyllis Naidoo Memorial Lecture.Click here for isiZulu version
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Lindiwe Sisulu delivered the fifth Dr Phyllis Naidoo Memorial Lecture in the Senate Chamber on UKZN's Westville campus.
Mr Vishal Bharuth and Ms Lorika Beukes.Two researchers attached to UKZN’s Microscopy and Microanalysis Unit (MMU) attended training at the Centre for High Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy (CHRTEM) at the Nelson Mandela University (NMU) in Port Elizabeth.
From left: Mr Doctor Sangweni, Mr Mndeni Mkhize, Ms Malindi Kunene, Mr Lloyd Ngundze (Dolsden Oracle (Pty)Ltd), Mr Leon Katambwe (Urban-Eco).Recognising that there is a low representation of youth in the mainstream economy either as employees or employers, Dolsden Oracle (Pty) Ltd recently launched the eThekwini Economic Talk.
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Mr Justice Albie Sachs with the School of Law’s Dean, Professor Managay Reddi; staff and students.Click here for the isiZulu version
Retired Judge of the Constitutional Court Mr Justice Albie Sachs says expropriation of land in South Africa can be done peacefully through powerful and meaningful dialogue
Dr Ajay Singh, Dr Tivani Mashmba-Thompson and Dr Kenneth B Christopher at the GCSRT graduation held at Harvard Medical School.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN academic, Dr Tivani P Mashamba-Thompson, has completed Clinical Research Training Scholarship at Harvard Medical School with a commendation for her research.
Professor Dennis Schauffer.Click here for isiZulu version
On Saturday, 2 June this year, Professor Dennis Schauffer, Professor Emeritus at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, presented a paper at the Art, Materiality and Representation Conference.
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UKZN’s Accounting Programmes have received a level 1 rating from the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) following an intensive review conducted by the accountancy body’s Academic Review Committee (ARC).
Professor Johannes John-Langba, Vice-President of Cape Mental Health.Click here for isiZulu version
Social Work lecturer, Professor Johannes John-Langba, has been elected Vice-President of Cape Mental Health (CMH), the oldest community-based mental health organisation in South Africa.
UKZN students at the Mental Health Awareness Evening held on the Medical School campus.Click here for the isiZulu version
Winning Against Depression was the theme of a Mental Health Awareness evening held on the Medical School campus.
Highlights from the annual Mafika Gwala lecture. Click here for isiZulu version
Award-winning author and retired UKZN academic Dr Betty Govinden delivered the fourth annual Mafika Gwala Lecture on the Howard College campus.
UKZN Jazz lecturer, Mr Sibusiso Mashiloane, who won Best Artiste award at the All Africa Music Awards.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN Jazz lecturer, Mr Sibusiso Mashiloane, was named Best Artiste in South African Jazz at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA).
He was also nominated in the Best Male Artist in Southern Africa category.
UKZN Executive Management members, Dr Rose Laka-Mathebula (far left) and Mr Ashton Brodrick (far right), with student leaders at the 8th annual Student Leadership Academic Achievement celebration.Click here for isiZulu version
Executive Director of Student Services, Dr Rose Laka-Mathebula, hosted the 8th annual Student Leadership Academic Achievement celebration. The event celebrates student leaders’ academic achievements, proving that it is possible to “lead and pass” at the same time.
Attendees of the Digital Nation Africa launch.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Aerotropolis Institute Africa (AIA) in partnership with IBM recently launched Digital Nation Africa (DNA) - a free digital literacy and skills development initiative.
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Mr Lloyd Gordon (middle, seated) demonstrating to students how the his Maths app works.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN Computer Science graduate, Mr Lloyd Gordon, launched a mathematical learning app, Open Omnia, last week to assist high school learners and university students struggling with Mathematics.
Mr Mohammed Vawda.Click here for isiZulu version
Populations Studies lecturer, Mr Mohammed Vawda was one of the comedians who took to the stage at East Coast Radio’s Kings & Queens of Comedy at the Durban ICC recently.
UKZN students and staff debated the traditional practice of Ilobolo at a dialogue on the Howard College campus. Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Howard College Men’s Forum hosted a dialogue on Ilobolo/Bride price at the University’s Howard College campus in October.
Professor Fatima Suleman.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Professor Fatima Suleman, together with colleagues from the Makerere University College of Health Sciences in Uganda, the University of Ibadan in Nigeria and Stellenbosch University are recipients of a share of a Fogarty grant worth about R56 million for health research.
Former United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Dr Navi Pillay, at UKZN.
Mr Daniel Munslow from MCC Consulting facilitated a leadership training workshop held for UKZN line managers. Click here for the isiZulu version
UKZN’s Corporate Relations Division equipped line managers with tools to improve engagements with their teams during a leadership training workshop held at Westville campus on 27 March.
Performing at the Mandela Day concert is Andile Yenana and Michi Stulz. Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents a double bill gig with Mr Andile Yenana Sextet: Umnqgonqgo Wabantu and UKZN lecturer, Mr Burton Naidoo, in Celebration of the Mandela Centenary on Wednesday, 18 July 2018, at 18h00.
Student mothers support group members (from left) Ms Wendy Corfe, Ms Rossella Meusel and Ms Cebisa Nkatu.Click here for the isiZulu version
Interns at the College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science (CAES) Student Support Services (SSS) are pioneering a new initiative that creates supportive spaces for student mothers to discuss challenges they face in balancing student life and motherhood.
UKZN SRC President, Mr Sanele Hlongwa.Click here for isiZulu version
Newly-elected Central SRC President Mr Sanele Hlongwa says he will spend his tenure as leader of the student body at the University of KwaZulu-Natal championing the rights of students and embracing diversity at the University’s five campuses.
A Drakensberg Crag Lizard (Pseudocordylis subviridis) licking nectar from the “Hidden Flowers” of Guthriea capensis in a terrarium. Click here for isiZulu version
The majority of the almost 90% of flowering plants that rely on animals such as bees and butterflies for pollination use bright colourful floral displays to attract their pollinators.
Professor Bonga Chiliza congratulated by Professor Bernard Janse Rensburg (Immediate Past President of SASOP) at the 19th National Congress of SASOP.Click here for isiZulu version
UKZN’s Head Psychiatrist Professor Bonga Chiliza has been elected President of the South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP).
Highlights from the Corporal Punishment Colloquium. Click here for isiZulu version
The School of Education recently hosted the first in a series of five colloquia on safer, more inclusive schools, the focus for 2018 was on corporal punishment. The colloquia form part of a special project of the Dean of the School, Professor Thabo Msibi.
Learners who participated in the GirlCAD initiative; WomEng Booklet and hardhat.Click here for the isiZulu version
The GirlCAD initiative by the South African Institute of Mechanical Engineers (SAIMechE) took place at the Mechanical Engineering Building, Howard College.
Highlights from the Foreign Policy Panel Discussion.Click here for isiZulu version
The School of Social Sciences (International and Public Affairs Cluster), in partnership with the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung South Africa, hosted a public dialogue titled, South African Political Parties Face the World in an Election Year: A Foreign Policy Panel Discussionat the Garden Court Marine Parade Hotel in Durban.
Dr Zifikile Phindile Shangase (centre) with staff at the King Dinuzulu Hospital in Durban.Click here for isiZulu version
A seminar on the attitudes, knowledge and beliefs of Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (DR-TB) patients towards smoking was presented by a lecturer in Community Development in the School of Built Environment and Development Studies, Dr Zifikile Phindile Shangase.
From left: Ms Sapna Pramjee, Ms Naledi May and DAA members.Click here for isiZulu version
The UKZN Durban Alumni Association held its Annual General Meeting on the Howard College campus on 25 March. The meeting went smoothly, with a report by the Chair, Mr Robin Ralfe and approval of the Financial Report. The existing Committee members were all re-elected.
