Professor Nceba Gqaleni.Click here for isiZulu version
As Africa commemorates Africa Day, the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) shines a spotlight on pioneering work that affirms African scholarship, innovation and indigenous knowledge systems as the University continues striving to be a leading research institution on the continent.
Professor Nompumelelo Zondi.The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has appointed Professor Nompumelelo Zondi as the Mazisi Kunene Research Chair in the School of Arts, marking an important moment for UKZN’s College of Humanities and for African-centred scholarship more broadly.
The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Impi Blind Cricket Team.Click here for isiZulu version
The inaugural training camp for the KwaZulu-Natal Blind Ladies Cricket Team marked a significant milestone for inclusive sport in South Africa when it was hosted at Kingsmead Stadium in Durban.
Delegates at the Academic Advising Imbizo.Click here for isiZulu version
The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Teaching and Learning Office (UTLO) held its first annual academic-advising Imbizo at the Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre.
From left: Professor Anil Chuturgoon, Dr Nqobile Gumede, Ms Lindiwe Mashimbye, and Mr Zweli Sapula.Click here for isiZulu version
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) marked World Intellectual Property Day 2026 with a compelling showcase on how sport is evolving into a powerful intellectual property (IP) asset, aligned with the global theme ‘IP and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate’! led by the National Intellectual Property Management Office (NIPMO).
Mr Thato Lentsoe.
A day of learning and impact! UKZN alumni visited the NSRI at Durban Point, gaining insight into life-saving rescue operations and water safety.The Alumni Relations Office hosted a successful Durban Alumni Association Tour to the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) at Durban Point offering alumni a unique opportunity to learn more about the important work done by the Institute in ensuring safety on South African waters.
Scenes from the Chart-Umsamo book launch.As part of the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) commitment to advancing African scholarship and strengthening programmes in African Languages and African Studies, the Chart-Umsamo Institute in the School of Arts hosted the launch of a book on African indigenous knowledge, traditional healing and spirituality.
Highlights from UKZN’s third KZN Nephrology Update.
An evening of inspiration, wisdom and meaningful conversation.Click here for isiZulu version
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Alumni Relations Division hosted an inspiring Durban Alumni Association (DAA) presentation featuring UKZN alumnus and award-winning educator Mr Samkelo Mhlophe, popularly known as ‘iLembe Lothisha’.
UKZN postgraduate students exploring monuments and statues in and around Durban.Click here for isiZulu version
As part of the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Cultural Heritage and Tourism programme, UKZN students, accompanied by staff members, toured Durban’s memorial landscape.
Members BLASC with School of Law academics and candidate legal practitioners attending the Speed Networking and Skills Development workshop.
Hluma launch attendees.The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has officially launched the Hluma Centre for Entrepreneurship and Rapid Incubator (CFERI), a pioneering programme led by the College of Health Sciences and the College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science.
The UKZN student players recruited into the Durban City FC DDC Squad 2026/27 are (from left) Mr Wandile Gigaba, Mr Amukelwa Tau and Mr Lwandiso Yalo.The partnership between the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) and Durban City Football Club (FC) bore more exciting fruit with three talented UKZN footballers officially recruited into the club’s DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) Squad for the 2026/27 season.
UKZN Physiotherapy academic staff with keynote speaker, Professor Desmond Mathye (front row, third left), and School Manager, Dr Bonisiwe Mbatha (front row, fourth left).The Discipline of Physiotherapy at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) hosted an insightful ‘Ethics and Law in Healthcare’ workshop aimed at strengthening the professional development of Department of Health physiotherapists and rehabilitation professionals.
Professor Hangwelani Magidimisha-Chipungu with Mr Siphesihle Mbatha and Law students.A highly rated scholar in the sub-discipline of Town and Regional Planning at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), Professor Hangwelani Magidimisha-Chipungu, delivered an impactful lecture to Environmental Law students in the School of Law.
United in solidarity against gender-based violence. Together, we walk, speak up, and pledge for a safer campus community #StopGBV #UKZNAgainstGBV.
Attending the event at UKZN’s Medical School.
.Why traffic authorities cross legal and constitutional lines when they turn arrests into social media content.
In light of the persistently high death toll, the Department of Transport has embarked on an unconventional method to tackle the scourge of drunken driving.
From left: Business Rescue Practitioners Mr Peter van den Steen and Mr Gerhard Albertyn of Metis Strategic Advisors.
UKZN Music students with KZNPO Conductor, Mr Chad Hendricks.Five University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Pop and Jazz Voice students, from the Music Discipline in the School of Arts successfully auditioned to sing with the acclaimed KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra (KZNPO) for a special Mother’s Day concert held at the Pavilion Shopping Centre in Durban.
Together, we are advancing healthcare access, education and social impact - one community at a time.The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Discipline of Optometry has received a major boost to its community outreach and student training initiatives through the donation of two mobile eye clinics by the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation (OSELF) in partnership with the Transnet Foundation.
