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WOW Career Fair 2024 exposes DUT students to possible employers

WOW CAREER FAIR 2024 EXPOSES DUT STUDENTS TO POSSIBLE EMPLOYERS The Durban University of Technology (DUT) students came out in their numbers to attend the first day of the DUT 2024 World of Work (WoW) Career Fair at the Fred Crookes Sports Centre, Steve Biko campus in Durban on Wednesday, 21 August 2024. It is expected to end tomorrow, Friday, 23 August 2024 at

The Green Engineering Research Group (GERD) at the Durban University of Technology (DUT), headed by Prof Sudesh Rathilal and Dr Emmanuel Tetteh, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the South African National Energy Development Institute to explore and strengthen their collaboration in producing hydrogen economy research.

DUT AND SANEDI JOIN FORCES TO PRODUCE GREEN HYDROGEN ECONOMY RESEARCH The Green Engineering Research Group (GERD) at the Durban University of Technology (DUT), headed by Prof Sudesh Rathilal and Dr Emmanuel Tetteh, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the South African National Energy Development Institute to explore and strengthen their collaboration in producin

UNIVEN Debate Fraternity reaches the finals of the Southern African Universities Debating Championships (SAUDC)

UNIVEN Debate Fraternity reaches the finals of the Southern Arican Universities Debating Championships (SAUDC) - University of Venda [caption id=

The Technological Higher Education Network South Africa (THENSA), in partnership with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), is pleased to announce the 2024 call for nominations to the Staff Supervisor Enhancement Programme.

The Durban University of Technology (DUT) 's vision is to produce adaptive graduates. One such graduate is Chidi Edeh, an ICT alumnus who makes the university proud. During and after his studies at DUT, Edeh maintained a great ‘gift of the gab’.

DUT ALUMNUS SPEAKS OF RESONATING AFRICAN STORIES THROUGH HIS TV SHOW, INVADE Producing adaptive graduates is the envision of the Durban University of Technology (DUT). Making the university proud is alumna, Chidi Edeh, an ICT graduate. During and after his studies at DUT, Edeh, maintains a great ‘gift of the gab’. He fully immersed himself into the world of media and bus...

The THENSA-DSI 5 Day Entrepreneurship Training Programme Reignites Entrepreneurial Spirit in Pretoria!

The Technological Higher Education Network South Africa (THENSA) and the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) play a pivotal role in bringing together student entrepreneurs across various South African universities in efforts to upskill them in entrepreneurship.

Read all about it here: https://thensa.co.za/news/the-thensa-dsi-5-day-entrepreneurship-training-programme-reignites-entrepreneurial-spirit-in-pretoria/

The THENSA-DSI 5 Day Entrepreneurship Training Programme Reignites Entrepreneurial Spirit in Pretoria! - THENSA Empowering the youth through entrepreneurship training programme is crucial for fostering innovation, economic growth, and social development. The Technological Higher Education Network South Africa (THENSA) and the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) play a pivotal role in bringing together....

The Durban University of Technology (DUT) School Engagement Project and Sport Studies Department teamed up to host a highly successful 7-school tournament, promoting school spirit and friendly competition through sport.

DUT SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT PROJECT AND SPORT STUDIES TEAM UP FOR SUCCESSFUL 7-SCHOOL SPORT TOURNAMENT The Durban University of Technology (DUT) School Engagement Project and Sport Studies Department teamed up to host a highly successful 7-school tournament, promoting school spirit and friendly competition through sport. It was held on Saturday 03 August 2024 and Sunday 04 August 2024 and the tournam

University of Venda and the Beihang University establish collaboration in research, teaching, and scholarship for a Joint African-China Lab

University of Venda and the Beihang University establish collaboration in research, teaching, and scholarship for a Joint African-China Lab - University of Venda The University of Venda hosted the Beihang University delegation from China on Joint Africa-China Lab on research, Staff and Student Exchange, Student Scholarship and Research partnership dis-cussions. [caption id=

DUT library collaborates with UNISA Press to launch a book on residential satisfaction

DUT LIBRARY COLLABORATES WITH UNISA PRESS TO LAUNCH A BOOK ON RESIDENTIAL SATISFACTION To showcase its commitment to advancing scholarship and knowledge production and dissemination in the scientific community, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) Library, in collaboration with UNISA Press launched a book edited by Dr Godfrey Musvoto, titled: The Dynamics of Residential Satisfact

'Wathinta Abafazi, Wathinta Imbokodo'
You strike a woman, you strike a rock!

The University of Venda in collaboration with Thulamela Local Municipality, Limpopo Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET), Universal Greening Organization (UGO), Vhembe Biosphere Reserve (VBR), Vhembe TVET College and some companies involved in waste recycling, held an awareness and clean-up campaign aimed at educating the University community about waste management and recycling

Keeping our Campus Clean and Sustainable through Responsible Waste Management and Recycling Initiatives - University of Venda The University of Venda in collaboration with Thulamela Local Municipality, Limpopo Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET), Universal Greening Organization (UGO), Vhembe Biosphere Reserve (VBR), Vhembe TVET College and some companies involved in waste recycling, held an awareness and....

The Durban University of Technology (DUT) hosted its Open Week for Grade 9 and 12 learners. This event aimed to provide high school learners with valuable insights into the university’s faculties, departments, and programmes.

HIGH SCHOOL LEANERS SEE DUT AS A UNIVERSITY OF CHOICE The Durban University of Technology (DUT) hosted its Open Week for Grade 9 and 12 learners from Wednesday, 24 July 2024 to Saturday, 27 July 2024. This event aimed to provide the high school learners with valuable insights into the university’s faculties, departments, and programmes. DUT Communica...

UNIVEN Advancement Unit to donate fresh produce from the Experimental farm to the Thoho ya Nzie welfare programme.

UNIVEN Experimental Farm supports the welfare of Thoho ya Nzie initiative - University of Venda On July 31, 2024, the Farm Manager, Ms Thifheli Kutama, and her team, partnered with the UNIVEN Advancement Unit to donate fresh produce from the Experimental farm to the Thoho ya Nzie wel-fare programme. Thoho ya Nzie is a welfare programme established by the University to support unfunded indigent...

Innovative THENSA-DSI Entrepreneurship Training Programme Kicks Off at Protea Hotel, Pretoria.

Innovative THENSA-DSI Entrepreneurship Training Programme Kicks Off at Protea Hotel, Pretoria - THENSA The Technological Higher Education Network South Africa (THENSA) Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) funded Entrepreneurship Training Programme commenced on Sunday, 28 July, at the Protea Hotel, Pretoria Loftus Park, marking the start of an intensive week designed to equip students with cruci...

Gathered and ready to interact with our student entrepreneurs and equip them with crucial business skills!

THENSA proudly congratulates the newly appointed Professor Nokuthula Sibiya, as Vice-Chancellor of Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)! 🎉
A trailblazer and inspiration, she is the first woman to hold this esteemed position in MUT’s 45-year history. 🏆 Join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement and the bright future ahead for MUT! 🌠

Sbonelo Ngidi, shares his student experience through sports and academics and how

DUT SPORTS IMPACT As part of its ENVISION2030 strategy, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) aspires to produce adaptive graduates that will participate productively in the development of our region, country and the world. Mnqobi Ngobese, DUT Communication’s editorial team member, recently engaged with the DUT...

📚💻 Transforming Education in South Africa!

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The Durban University of Technology (DUT), in collaboration with IkusasaLentsha successfully handed over reading books to four primary schools in the Bergville area as part of their Book Club/Literacy Programme

DUT PROMOTES LITERACY IN BERGVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOLS The Durban University of Technology (DUT), in collaboration with IkusasaLentsha successfully handed over reading books to four primary schools in the Bergville area as part of their Book Club/Literacy Programme on 12 July 2024. Launched in 2023 under the university’s Bergville Schools Engagement P

The DSI-THENSA partnership offered a 2-day Supervisor Enhancement Workshop for supervisors from various institutions throughout South Africa. The workshop was held on the 15th and 16th July at the Premier Hotel in Umhlanga; Kwa- Zulu Natl. A total of 162 nominations were received by the closing date. Of these, 50 candidates were selected to attend the workshop based on their fields of study and research interests which were restricted to Science, Technology, and Innovation. The group comprised of scientists, health scientists, ICT specialists and Engineers. Candidates who attended were from The Cape University of Technology, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Tshwane University of Technology, University of Cape Town, University of Johannesburg, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, University of Pretoria, University of Venda, University of Zululand, University of the Western Cape and Vaal University of Technology.

Of the 50 nominees, 47 attended the two-day workshop in its entirety. Various aspects of supervision and supervisory aspects were discussed, debated and numerous links were forged between candidates representing various universities and resulted in the formation of an inter university cohort to initiate communities of supervisory practice. Furthermore, several commitments to collaborative projects were established.Candidates were extremely engaging and participated with enthusiasm and vigour.

The workshop was facilitated by three national and one international facilitator. The combination of facilitators covering the various aspects of supervising students in the Sciences, Engineering, ICT and Health Sciences, brough together a rich mix conducive to the supervision of post graduate students in these areas.

Technological Higher Education Network South Africa The Technological Higher Education Network South Africa (THENSA), formally SATN.

Siyahamba solar boat makes history at the 2024 Monaco Energy Boat Challenge

DUT SIYAHAMBA SOLAR BOAT MAKES HISTORY AT 2024 MONACO ENERGY BOAT CHALLENGE The Durban University of Technology (DUT), in collaboration with the Energy and Water Sector Education Training Authority (EWSETA), made history as the Siyahamba Solar Boat became the only South African and African team to compete at the 2024 Monaco Energy Boat Challenge. Representing both DUT and S

A third-year Fashion and Textiles student at the Durban University of Technology (DUT), Olwethu Payi was announced as the second prize winner at the Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer Award Competition presented by Durban Fashion Fair, at Greyville Racecourse

DUT STUDENT WINS SECOND PRIZE AT THE 2024 HOLLYWOODBETS DURBAN JULY YOUNG DESIGNER AWARD COMPETITION A third-year Fashion and Textiles student at the Durban University of Technology (DUT), Olwethu Payi was announced as the second prize winner at the Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer Award Competition presented by Durban Fashion Fair, at Greyville Racecourse, last Saturday, 06 July 2024.

Celebrating Youth Month in style: Dr Selahle recognised amongst Mail and Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans 2024

Celebrating Youth Month in style: Dr Selahle recognised amongst Mail and Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans 2024 - University of Venda Dr Shirley Kholofelo Selahle is a lecturer in the Chemistry department of the Faculty of Science, Engineering, and Agriculture. She is currently responsible for lecturing analytical chemistry modules at the undergraduate level and supervising research students at the postgraduate level. In the 2024....

DUT hosts a successful science week for Mahlabathini learners

DUT HOSTS A SUCCESSFUL SCIENCE WEEK FOR MAHLABATHINI LEARNERS The Durban University of Technology (DUT) in collaboration with the Mahlabathini CMC recently concluded its Science Week from 24-28 June 2024. The event is supported under the Mahlabathini Schools Engagement Programme (MSEP) which was launched in 2020 and aims to help schools and learners within the

Ms Vhuthu Miranda Tshilengo from the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture has been invited to participate as an ASPIRE Summer Research Training Student, staying in Amsterdam for six weeks

Vhuthu Tshilengo participates in the ASPIRE Summer Research Training in Amsterdam, Netherlands - University of Venda Ms Vhuthu Miranda Tshilengo from the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture has been invited to participate as an ASPIRE Summer Research Training Student, staying in Amsterdam for six weeks from June 28, 2024, to August 9, 2024, at the Anton Pannekoek Institute for As...

Dr Thendo Gertie Makhado, a junior lecturer at the University of Venda’s Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Advanced Nursing Science, has been honoured as one of the Mail and Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans for 2024.

Celebrating Excellence: Dr Thendo Gertie Makhado Named One of Mail and Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans 2024 - University of Venda Dr Thendo Gertie Makhado, a junior lecturer at the University of Venda’s Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Advanced Nursing Science, has been honoured as one of the Mail and Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans for 2024. This recognition highlights the exceptional contributions of young S...

The Department of Auditing and Taxation at the Durban University of Technology (DUT)welcomed new students into the Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) with an inspiring orientation and presentation

ECP STUDENTS WELCOMED AT DUT'S DEPARTMENT OF AUDITING AND TAXATION ORIENTATION The Department of Auditing and Taxation at the Durban University of Technology (DUT)welcomed new students into the Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) with an inspiring orientation and presentation event held at the DUT Hotel School on 31 May 2024. The event featured a series of motivational speeche

As South Africa celebrates Youth Month, the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) has announced that eight young South African postgraduates will attend the 73rd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting dedicated to physics.

Young SA scientists to engage with Nobel Laureates The 73rd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting will gather 600 young scientists from across the globe, alongside 30 Nobel Laureates.

The Wetskills Foundation initiative aims to solve water challenges globally, including in South Africa, through innovative ideas to develop practical solutions to the current water crisis.

WETSKILLS INITIATIVE TO SOLVE WATER CHALLENGES CLOSED OFF ON A HIGH NOTE AT DUT The 2024 Wetskills-Foundation South Africa, Durban initiative had a spectacular final day of pitch preparations at Durban University of Technology's (DUT's) Department of Chemical Engineering on Tuesday, 11 June 2024. The Wetskills Foundation initiative aims to solve water challenges globally, incl