Top Engineering graduate of 2025, Mr Talha Dada, celebrates his summa cum laude result.
Ms Erin Naidoo’s research on more inclusive architectural design earned her a master’s degree.Ms Erin Naidoo’s master’s research challenged the ocular-centric, or vision-biased, design of built environments not only to consider the experiences of visually impaired users, but also to expand sighted users’ immersive, fully sensory experiences of public architecture.
Summa cum laude master’s graduate, Ms Nolwazi Mcwabe (right), with her mother, Ms Philisiwe Dladla.Ms Nolwazi Mcwabe, who graduated summa cum laude with a Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering (Chemical Engineering), pursued her postgraduate studies with the clear intent of contributing to sustainable development through innovative, locally driven solutions.
International student, Mr Jonathan Byamungu’s graduation with his MScEng is spurring him on to further study.Chemical Engineer Mr Jonathan Byamungu graduated with a Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN). Supervised by Professor David Lokhat, Byamungu, who is an international student from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, completed both his undergraduate and postgraduate Engineering degrees at UKZN, saying his positive early academic experiences played a decisive role in his decision to study further at the Institution.
Summa cum laude graduate, Ms Kiara Motheelal, hopes to contribute to sustainable infrastructure development.
Mr Nitai Naicker achieved top honours for his degree in Mechanical Engineering.Mr Nitai Naicker’s graduation with a summa cum laude Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) degree from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) marks a significant academic milestone in his life, which is defined by discipline, perseverance and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Dr Silindile Gumede (centre) with her sister, Ms Nana Gumede (left), and her mother, Ms Simangele Khanyile.Dr Silindile Gumede, who was awarded a PhD in Engineering (Chemical Engineering) from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), selected the Institution as her doctoral home because of its excellent reputation in education and research.
PhD in Computer Engineering graduate Dr Mortda Adam with his daughter Ms Aseel Adam, wife Ms Zobiada Adam, and son, Mr Ahmed Adam.Graduating with a Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Engineering from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is far more than a ceremonial celebration, says Dr Mortda Adam, it is the culmination of years of perseverance, sacrifice and unwavering determination.
Mr Kitenge Sumbu used his master’s research to improve wastewater treatment solutions.University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) master’s graduate, Mr Kitenge Sumbu, has contributed to advancing sustainable water treatment by developing an innovative membrane that improves the removal of harmful pollutants from industrial wastewater.
Hard work propels high-achieving graduate, Mr Jadin Dayanund, into aerospace engineering research.From the classrooms of Durban High School to the cutting-edge research spaces at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), Mr Jadin Dayanund’s journey is a testament to perseverance, passion and the courage to aim high, quite literally.
