The Women’s Volleyball team secures its two-time championship title at the USSA Games.
Professor Zanele Ngcobo.
Silver medallists, Mr Sohail Ramruthan (left) and Mr Dhruv Heeralal.University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) students Mr Dhruv Heeralal and Mr Sohail Ramruthan have won silver medals at the International University Sports Federation (Fédération Internationale du Sport Universitaire) World University Championship Combat Games in Brazil.
Pictured with visitors are (from second left): Professor Tom Walingo, Ms Ellen Abel, Mr Kwanele Dladla, Mr Bob Abel and Mr Divesh Maharaj and (right) the diabetes device handed over to Umdoni Retirement Village.In a significant step towards improving elderly healthcare, the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has introduced an innovative diabetes management solution at Umdoni Retirement Village to help residents manage their medication more effectively. Funding for the project was facilitated by the UKZN Foundation.
CHS professors presenting at the 2026 Brown Bag Research Series are (clockwise from left) Professors Nceba Gqaleni, Bonga Chiliza, Timothy Hardcastle, Alain Assounga and Moherndran Archary.The Dean and Head of the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) School of Medicine, Professor Refiloe Masekela, launched the Medical School’s monthly Brown Bag Research Presentation Series which continues to position the Institution as a hub of academic excellence and clinical innovation committed to transforming health outcomes through education, research and service.
Panel discussion featuring Mr Mike van Graan and Ms Ukhona Mlandu (seated), and Ms Warona Seane and Dr Ismail Mohamed (back row). Click here for isiZulu version
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), through collaboration between the School of Social Sciences, the School of Arts and the Centre for Creative Arts, hosted ‘Freedom to Create, Freedom to Silence: Exploring Art and Censorship’, an ongoing dialogue exploring the intersection of artistic expression and censorship.
German students Ms Merveille Ngnabeyeu Mbiada and Mr Justus Wiegand at UKZN.The University of KwaZulu-Natal's (UKZN) School of Commerce is hosting German students Ms Merveille Ngnabeyeu Mbiada and Mr Justus Wiegand from Hochschule Koblenz - University of Applied Sciences (HS Koblenz) for a semester, an exchange facilitated by Professor Evelyn Derera.
Dr Themba Mgwaba (far right) with learners during a certificate ceremony.What began as a small group of former University of Natal students volunteering their weekends has grown into a high-impact educational trust transforming the lives of thousands of learners in rural KwaZulu-Natal (KZN).
Highlights from the International Myeloma Action Day commemoration. Click here for isiZulu version
The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Discipline of Haematology in the School of Medicine co-hosted the Cancer Association of South Africa’s (CANSA) commemoration of International Myeloma Action Day, which began with an awareness walk from CANSA’s headquarters to the Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine.
Highlights from the Scientific meeting.The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) College of Health Sciences (CHS) hosted a three-day international scientific symposium on virus-driven cancers in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) at the Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine.
GSB&L staff members at the PMR Africa Awards Ceremony (from left) Dr Crispin Hemson, Professor Purshottama Reddy, Ms Promise Dlamini, Professor Jobo Dubihlela and Ms Ayanda Radebe.The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Graduate School of Business and Leadership (GSB&L) has been recognised with a Golden Arrow Award at the Professional Management Review (PMR) Africa Business Excellence Awards Breakfast, in the category of Accredited Business Schools in South Africa Offering Master of Business Administration (MBA) programmes.
UKZN Maritime Law and Maritime Studies students with attendees of the World Hydrography Day in Durban.The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Unit of Maritime Law and Maritime Studies in the College of Law and Management Studies (CLMS) joined the School of Life Sciences and the School of Engineering in celebrating World Hydrography Day 2026 through a career exhibition hosted at the Maritime School of Excellence in Durban.
Professor Amir Mohammadi. Click here for isiZulu version
Professor Amir Mohammadi of the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has achieved international recognition after being ranked the number one scientist in South Africa and 316th globally in the 2026 Research.com Ranking of the World’s Top Scientists in Engineering and Technology.
Ms Mbali Ndumo.The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Housing Discipline lecturer, Ms Mbali Ndumo has received the prestigious Award of Excellence in Human Settlements and Smart Futures at the 2026 Pan-African City Symposium and Exhibition (PACSE).
Professor David Lokhat.Professor David Lokhat, full professor in the Discipline of Chemical Engineering at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), delivered an insightful inaugural lecture titled: ‘From Ideas to Innovation: A Journey in Chemical Reaction Engineering and Process Intensification’, reflecting on the origins of impactful research ideas, the evolution of his academic career and the transformative potential of chemical engineering research.
UKZN staff and students at the TDA2ML workshop.The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) hosted the TDA2ML Workshop on 18 and 19 June 2026, bringing together 25 staff members and students for an intensive introduction to the rapidly evolving fields of Topological Data Analysis (TDA) and Machine Learning (ML).
Media and Cultural Studies Honours students at the DFS.The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Head of Discipline for Cultural Studies, Media and Fine Arts (CSMFA), Professor Michelle Steward, and Film Studies lecturer Mr Mzwandile Makhanya presented at the inaugural Durban Screen Summit, organised by the eThekwini Municipality Durban Film Office.
Exploring nature and strengthening connections! Click here for isiZulu version
The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Durban Alumni Association (DAA) recently brought together UKZN Durban-based alumni and friends for an educational guided tour of the Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve. The tour was led by Dr Crispin Hemson (UKZN alumnus and staff member), who has been involved with the reserve for more than 35 years.
Professor Ncoza Dlova (left) and Dermatology Registrars extend a warm welcome to delegates attending the Update.
Highlights from the Career Expo. Click here for isiZulu version
The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Discipline of Pharmaceutical Sciences is committed to preparing students for successful and diverse careers within the Pharmacy profession.
Delegates at the biogas upgrading through microbial electrosynthesis workshop.A workshop focusing on biogas upgrading through microbial electrosynthesis brought together researchers, academics, industry representatives and government stakeholders at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), providing practical training in an emerging technology with significant potential to advance the circular bio-economy.
2026 CREATE (1) Living Lab delegates at the Ray Nkonyeni Municipality’s Techno Hub.The Regional and Local Economic Development Initiative (RLEDi) in the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Graduate School of Business and Leadership (GSB&L) implemented its 2026 CREATE (1) Living Lab initiative, which focuses on supporting small businesses to address real community challenges.
Attending the 2026 Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress are from left: Mr Zola Mbuyana, Professor Betty Mubangizi and Ms Fezile Matandela.The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI)/National Research Foundation (NRF) South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) Chair in Sustainable Rural Livelihoods showcased UKZN’s leadership in sustainability research and community-engaged scholarship at the 2026 Sustainability Research and Innovation (SRI) Congress held in Cape Town from 23 to 26 June 2026.
