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by Phumla Mkize

Multiple nominees, double winners and double achievements stole the night at the Tshwane University of Technology’s (´óÏóÊÓƵ) annual Academic Excellence Awards hosted by Vice-Chancellor and Principal Prof Tinyiko Maluleke on November 13.

The Tshwane University of Technology (´óÏóÊÓƵ) is in mourning.

On 23 November 2024, a humanities postgraduate student passed away at Zethushof student residence in Pretoria.

by Lerato Motsisi

In a complex world that constantly faces major societal changes, the impact of Human Sciences Research can, in great measure, contribute to building inclusive and sustainable societies and economies.

by Gerrit Bester

Mpho Mudau (20), a third-year Interior Design student at the Faculty of Arts and Design, has made waves in the kitchen design world by securing a spot in the top five of this year’s prestigious Kitchen Specialists Association (KSA) kitchen project competition. Her classmate, 23-year-old Sarafina Maluleka, also stood out, earning a special mention for her innovative project.

by Nhlawulo Vision Chauke and Amogelang Aysha Ramatena

´óÏóÊÓƵ alumni brought pride to their alma mater by earning sought-after nominations for this year’s prestigious Telkom SA Radio Awards. Among Tshwane FM 93.6's impressive 12 nominations, two are for ´óÏóÊÓƵ graduates who excel as content producers at the station.

The Tshwane University of Technology’s Department of Performing Arts (Dance) will present Uncovering: A journey of memory and resistance, a dance theatre site-specific project that will unfold over the 16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) from 25 November to 10 December on the ´óÏóÊÓƵ Arts Campus.

The Tshwane University of Technology (´óÏóÊÓƵ) awarded the Institutional Lecturer of the Year award for 2023 to Prof Joseph Roberson from the Department of Hospitality Management. He received the accolade at ´óÏóÊÓƵ’s annual Academic Excellence Awards Ceremony, during which he also received the Lecturer of the Year award from the Faculty of Management Sciences.

by Kgothatso Monono

AI Expo Africa, the largest AI-focused event in Africa that annually brings together distinguished innovators, business leaders and tech experts this year illuminated the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and other emerging technologies.

Academics from different universities tackled issues around inclusive economics, socioeconomic development and transformation and challenges the country is facing during a thought-provoking symposium hosted by the Tshwane University of Technology’s Faculty of Economics and Finance.

by Phumla Mkize

The director-general in the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA), Yoliswa Makhasi, has shared some staggering figures regarding positions in the public service at the annual Future of Work 4IR Dialogue.

by Kgothatso Monono

Surprise Mashao, a remarkable 22-year-old from the village of Ga-Matipane in Tzaneen, was recently honoured with the prestigious 2023 Chancellor’s Award.

Prof Tinyiko Maluleke
Vice-Chancellor and Principal.
Remarks on Occasion of the 2024 ´óÏóÊÓƵ Academic Excellence Awards

‘Do not go gentle’! With this injunction, which will be the theme of my intervention tonight, I wish to agitate against mediocrity in favour of a culture of constant innovation and an endless quest for excellence.