Tshwane University of Technology - Latest News

��Ƶ student shines at AWS Summit, inspires peers to harness Cloud power

2025-10-14T10:43:27+02:00

By Kgothatso Monono

The Tshwane University of Technology’s Faculty of ICT celebrates third-year Information Technology student, Moeketsi Kema, for representing all three AWS Cloud Clubs in South Africa at the prestigious Amazon Web Services (AWS) Summit held at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg.

As the Chairperson of the Hacker Society and AWS Cloud Club Captain, Moeketsi took to the stage to share insights on the value of joining cloud clubs, the career opportunities they unlock and how students can leverage these platforms to excel in cloud computing.

“Standing on that stage was an incredible honour. I felt immense pride, not just for myself but for all the AWS Cloud Clubs across South Africa. Representing students who share a passion for cloud and innovation was truly surreal,” he said.

The summit was more than just a speaking opportunity - it was a moment of inspiration. “Sharing my journey alongside industry leaders and seeing the energy in the room was unforgettable. Knowing that my story could motivate others, was deeply rewarding,” Moeketsi reflected.

He highlighted the importance of combining theoretical learning with practical experience, noting that certifications and classroom learning are vital but real growth happens through hands-on projects and collaboration.

Chairperson of the Hacker Society and AWS Cloud Club Captain, Moeketsi Kema.

“AWS Cloud Clubs bridge the gap between theory and practice, empowering students to innovate, collaborate and develop real-world skills,” he explained. “They open pathways to industry through mentorship and partnerships, ensuring graduates are professionally equipped for the future.”

Encouraging fellow students to take initiative, Moeketsi urged: “The best way to grow is by putting yourself in spaces where you can learn, contribute and connect. Joining or starting a Cloud Club opens doors to resources, mentorship and experiences you cannot access alone.”

Moeketsi’s participation at the AWS Summit reflects the growing influence of student-led innovation at ��Ƶ and the University’s vital role in shaping South Africa’s technological future.

FoICT students secure top spots at IITPSA Cyber Student Challenge

2025-10-13T12:12:49+02:00

By Kgothatso Monono

Students from the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology’s (FoICT) Department of Information Technology and Computer Science, showcased their skills at the IITPSA SIG Cyber Student Challenge, held on 29 September 2025 at the CSIR International Conference Centre in Pretoria.

��Ƶ and UFS lead global dialogue on Reimagining Education for a Sustainable Future

2025-10-10T04:43:52+02:00

by Willa de Ruyter Kaempffer

Joining forces during a powerful virtual dialogue, the Tshwane University of Technology (��Ƶ) and the University of the Free State (UFS) sparked an insightful global conversation on the future of higher education. Together, the two institutions hosted the dialogue titled “Reimagining Education for a Sustainable Future: Global Approaches to the Sustainable Development Goals through Challenge-Based Education.”

��Ƶ 2025 Fundraising Golf Day’s final leg tees off in Pretoria

2025-10-09T10:26:32+02:00

By Nhlawulo Vision Chauke

Join us for a day of fun in the sun during the final leg of the Tshwane University of Technology’s (��Ƶ) annual Fundraising Golf Day that will take place at the prestigious Woodhill Golf Estate and Country Club in Pretoria on Thursday, 13 November 2025. The first and highly successful 2025 leg was hosted in Mbombela earlier this year.

��Ƶ’s Management Sciences Faculty ignites innovation through inaugural Postgraduate Research Symposium

2025-10-08T11:17:26+02:00

Research took centre stage at the Faculty of Management Sciences as scholars, supervisors and innovators gathered for the Faculty’s first-ever Postgraduate Research Symposium, themed “Empowering Research for Impact and Innovation.” The landmark event brought together Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s and Doctoral candidates who showcased their work through oral and poster presentations - creating a vibrant platform for academic exchange, collaboration and inspiration.

��Ƶ Accounting Department equips future Doctoral students with skills for academic success

2025-10-08T07:48:58+02:00

By Reatlegile Ratlagane

The Department of Accounting at the Tshwane University of Technology (��Ƶ) recently hosted a Research Day for potential doctoral candidates, offering valuable guidance on how to approach and structure their academic research. Held early in September 2025, the session aimed to equip aspiring researchers with essential tools for academic excellence. Facilitator, Prof Christina Shuttleworth from the University of South Africa (UNISA), shared her insights into the craft of academic writing and the research process. Topics covered included:

Innovation lives here: ��Ƶ’s 7th Annual Hackathon sparks student-driven solutions

2025-10-07T10:52:10+02:00

By Kgothatso Monono

The Ga-Rankuwa Campus Multipurpose Hall buzzed with energy as innovation, collaboration and coding brilliance came alive during the 7th Annual Tshwane Varsity Hackathon (TVH). Hosted by the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FoICT) in partnership with the City of Tshwane (CoT), Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (FEBE) and Nelekat, the three-day event turned ideas into impact.

��Ƶ Chemistry PhD student receives prestigious Fulbright Scholarship

2025-10-07T09:55:22+02:00

Tumisang Lekgetho, fondly known as “Tumi” or “Luther,” has received the prestigious Fulbright Foreign Student Programme Scholarship. A full-time PhD student specialising in catalysis at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Department of Chemistry within the Faculty of Science, Lekgetho will spend nine months at Auburn University in Alabama, United States, where Associate Prof Byron H Farnum will host him in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry from October 2025 to June 2026. This international exchange will strengthen his advanced research skills, broaden his academic network and provide access to world-class laboratories in material science and catalysis.

From Mukondeni to the world: How ��Ƶ’s Sharon Mukhola is redefining Hospitality Education

2025-10-06T11:43:03+02:00

By Tshifhiwa Mudau

From a small village in Limpopo to the lecture halls of the Tshwane University of Technology (��Ƶ) and global recognition in the United States, Sharon Aluwani Mukhola is living proof that passion, purpose and perseverance can transform lives. The ��Ƶ alumna, now an NGAP Academic Lecturer in Hospitality Management and Fulbright Research Fellow, has built a career that bridges industry, education and mentorship, inspiring the next generation of hospitality professionals.

Record voter turnout marks 2025 SRC elections at ��Ƶ

2025-10-06T08:22:55+02:00

By Lindokuhle Nkosi

The Tshwane University of Technology’ (��Ƶ) 2025 Student Representative Council (SRC) elections were history in the making, recording an unprecedented 57% voter participation, the highest turnout since the University’s establishment. This milestone reflects a growing culture of student involvement in shaping governance and representation across campuses

Doctoral study redefines contemporary sculpture in a postdigital world

2025-10-06T07:27:30+02:00

by Gerrit Bester

Dr Carol Kühn, lecturer in the Department of Fine and Studio Arts, Faculty of Arts and Design, Tshwane University of Technology (��Ƶ), earned a PhD from the University of Pretoria in September. In an interview, she says that the notion of postgraduate studies being intended only for those who wish to enter the academic domain should be dismantled, contending that pursuing a higher level of study within the Arts enables creatives to refine and continually evaluate the contextual and conceptual underpinnings driving their practice.

Universities challenged to commercialise research at Annual Future of Work Dialogue

2025-10-03T13:09:08+02:00

by Phumla Mkize

South Africa is in the top three of leading countries in Africa in terms of research productivity, but only converts 1% of its research outputs into products or services. This disappointing statistic was the backdrop of some of the deliberations on the second day of the Annual Future of Work Dialogue hosted by the Tshwane University of Technology’s Institute for the Future of Work.

Tshwane University of Technology - Latest News

������Ƶ student shines at AWS Summit, inspires peers to harness Cloud power

FoICT students secure top spots at IITPSA Cyber Student Challenge

������Ƶ and UFS lead global dialogue on Reimagining Education for a Sustainable Future

������Ƶ 2025 Fundraising Golf Day’s final leg tees off in Pretoria

������Ƶ’s Management Sciences Faculty ignites innovation through inaugural Postgraduate Research Symposium

������Ƶ Accounting Department equips future Doctoral students with skills for academic success

Innovation lives here: ������Ƶ’s 7th Annual Hackathon sparks student-driven solutions

������Ƶ Chemistry PhD student receives prestigious Fulbright Scholarship

From Mukondeni to the world: How ������Ƶ’s Sharon Mukhola is redefining Hospitality Education

Record voter turnout marks 2025 SRC elections at ������Ƶ