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Experiences of African residents in Durban’s Cato Manor

Achievers KwaZulu-Natal Latest news University of KwaZulu-Natal December 9, 2021

UKZN history lecturer Dr Mphumeleli Ngidi researched experiences of African residents who lived in Durban’s Cato Manor for his PhD in Social Sciences. The area, popularly known as Mkhumbane, was impacted by the Group Areas Act of 1950 – it was one of several multi-racial communities where people were... Read more

Doctoral research investigates cyberstalking in Tanzanian university

Achievers KwaZulu-Natal Latest news University of KwaZulu-Natal December 6, 2021

Cyberstalking in Tanzanian universities was the subject of research by Dr Angela Kavishe, who was awarded a PhD in Sociology for the study, supervised by Professor Maheshvari Naidu. ‘Cyberstalking is a kind of online harassment characterised by the persistent pursuit and monitoring of a victim performed by a determined... Read more

Top Achiever Beats Covid-19 and Graduates with a Law Degree Cum Laude

Achievers KwaZulu-Natal Latest news University of KwaZulu-Natal November 26, 2021

University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Bachelor of Laws (LLB) cum laude graduate, Ms Dharini Rangasamy has graduated Cum Laude despite the challenges brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic. “My family and I contracted Covid-19 last year and I unfortunately endured Long Covid for most of the last semester of my... Read more

UKZN appoints South African business and transformation leader Reuel Khoza as its new Chancellor

Achievers KwaZulu-Natal Latest news University of KwaZulu-Natal October 20, 2021

The University of KwaZulu-Natal is proud to announce the appointment of Dr Reuel Jethro Khoza, an experienced business and transformation leader, and acclaimed author, as its new Chancellor. Dr Khoza is a distinguished thought leader, an astute businessman and a renowned voice at the forefront of transformation in the... Read more

High Hopes for UKZN Soccer Under Coaching of Ex-Bafana Bafana and Bundesliga Star

KwaZulu-Natal Latest news University of KwaZulu-Natal Varsity Sports September 13, 2021

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) wants its soccer programme to be rated among the top three in South African university circles and newly-appointed head coach – Durban-born ex-Bafana Bafana and German Bundesliga player Delron Buckley (43) – says he will give his all to help achieve that. Buckley also... Read more

International Hotel School Launches Rebuild KZN Scholarship Fund

Careers KwaZulu-Natal Scholarships July 29, 2021

Innovative fund offers stricken Durban youth up to 50% scholarships for August intake The International Hotel School (IHS) has announced a R3 million scholarship fund to provide financial assistance to potential learners impacted by the recent unrest. All students who enroll at the Durban campus for the July 2021... Read more

Development of African Languages in Higher Education

KwaZulu-Natal Latest news University of KwaZulu-Natal July 16, 2021

The University of KwaZulu-Natal is proud to announce the establishment of the ‘Boosting the use of African Languages in Higher Education: A Qualified Organised Nationwide Development Strategy for South Africa’ (BAQONDE) project. The University has undertaken this endeavour in collaboration with universities in South Africa and Europe and is... Read more

UKZN Autumn Grad by Numbers

Achievers KwaZulu-Natal Latest news University of KwaZulu-Natal May 26, 2021

Of the 10 313 graduands being awarded degrees and diplomas during the 2021 UKZN Autumn virtual Graduation ceremonies, 382 will graduate cum laude and 149 summa cum laude – with women making up 68% of the top achievers! The virtual Graduation ceremonies – all starting at 11h00 – will be broadcast by the University... Read more

Education student launches first Children’s book

arts and culture KwaZulu-Natal Latest news University of KwaZulu-Natal April 20, 2021

PhD in Education student, Ms Jennifer Sheokarah recently launched her first children’s book called The Abandoned Bicycle. The book is about a little boy, Jevon, who finds an old bicycle at the beach which, seemingly, has magical powers, whenever he rides it. Sheokarah started writing at a young age... Read more

Exploring the Tales and Adventures in Medical School

arts and culture KwaZulu-Natal Latest news University of KwaZulu-Natal March 30, 2021

Final year medical student with a passion for medical writing has just published his first book, titled ‘The Great Medical Student Odyssey- Tales and Adventures in Medical School.’ A biography of Ashiq Pramchand’s journey at UKZN’s Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine, the 194 page book illustrates the incredible... Read more