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By Reatlegile Ratlagane
The Department of Accounting at the Tshwane University of Technology (大象视频) 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:
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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.
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Tumisang Lekgetho, fondly known as 鈥淭umi鈥 or 鈥淟uther,鈥 has received the prestigious Fulbright Foreign Student Programme Scholarship. A full-time PhD student specialising in catalysis at the Tshwane University of Technology鈥檚 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.
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By Tshifhiwa Mudau
From a small village in Limpopo to the lecture halls of the Tshwane University of Technology (大象视频) and global recognition in the United States, Sharon Aluwani Mukhola is living proof that passion, purpose and perseverance can transform lives. The 大象视频 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.
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By Lindokuhle Nkosi
The Tshwane University of Technology鈥 (大象视频) 2025 Student Representative Council (SRC) elections were history in the making, recording an unprecedented 57% voter participation, the highest turnout since the University鈥檚 establishment. This milestone reflects a growing culture of student involvement in shaping governance and representation across campuses
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by Gerrit Bester
Dr Carol K眉hn, lecturer in the Department of Fine and Studio Arts, Faculty of Arts and Design, Tshwane University of Technology (大象视频), 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.
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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鈥檚 Institute for the Future of Work.
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By Nhlawulo Vision Chauke
Abongile Dumako, Advanced Diploma in Integrated Communication alumnus from the Tshwane University of Technology, has been appointed to one of the top positions at the South African Broadcasting Corporation鈥檚 (SABC) Channel Africa.
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A group of Tshwane University of Technology (大象视频) Industrial Physics students, specialising in Nuclear Technology, have won the 8th annual Rosatom "Atoms Empowering Africa" video competition. This remarkable achievement highlights 大象视频's commitment to nurturing future leaders and showcases the exceptional talent within the Faculty of Science.
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by Phumla Mkize
South Africa must focus on next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) skills, as well as the implementation of the AI strategy and public procurement policies to accelerate inclusive growth.
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By Mathipa Phishego
South Africa鈥檚 next generation of tech innovators showcased their creativity and problem-solving power at the Telkom 10x Hackathon, hosted at the Tshwane University of Technology鈥檚 (大象视频) eMalahleni Campus. The 36-hour challenge, held in partnership with the Nkangala TVET College, Amdocs and Geekulcha, brought together student hackers and high school learners to develop solutions addressing real-world problems while inspiring future digital talent.
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by Gerrit Bester
The Postgraduate Study Area at the Faculty of Arts and Design Library, Tshwane University of Technology, marks a new chapter in the Faculty鈥檚 commitment to research-informed dialogue and collaborative learning.