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UNIZULU Student to Participate in Upcoming Maths Olympiad

UNIZULU Student to Participate in Upcoming Maths Olympiad

Sphephelo Sthembelo Buthelezi, a University of Zululand (UNIZULU) student who is pursuing a BSc in Applied Mathematics, has been chosen to compete in the SA Mathematics Olympiad (SAMO), a national mathematics competition which seeks to produce a generation of globally competitive problem solvers fit for this technological age. The olympiad is a project of the […]

Teaching and Research Community Rewarded for Excellence During Vice-Chancellor’s Academic Awards

Teaching and Research Community Rewarded for Excellence During Vice-Chancellor’s Academic Awards

It was celebrations galore at the recent Vice-Chancellor’s Academic Awards as academic staff received their proverbial flowers for the outstanding contributions they have made to the teaching and learning, research and innovation as well as community engagement agendas. The academic awards were held at Umfolozi Hotel Casino Convention Resort. Organising the annual black-tie ceremony is […]

UNIZULU Postgraduate Debate on Research Support

UNIZULU Postgraduate Debate on Research Support

The first postgraduate debate series on postgraduate research assistance was recently held by the University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at LT01-1, KwaDlangezwa Campus. The theme of the debate was centred around the University’s provision of adequate support for a conducive postgraduate environment. Professor Velile Jiyane, Head of the Information Studies […]

Vice Chancellor’s Awards Celebrates the best of UNIZULU

Vice Chancellor’s Awards Celebrates the best of UNIZULU

The University of Zululand’s Vice Chancellor – Professor Xoliswa Mtose recently conveyed her deep appreciation for the dedication and hard work of the university’s administrative staff. In a heartwarming gesture of appreciation, Prof Mtose hosted an appreciation award ceremony for the university’s dedicated administration staff. The event, held at the Council Chambers, was a resounding […]

Department of Agriculture awards best performing Students

Department of Agriculture awards best performing Students

The Department of Agriculture, in the faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering at the university of Zululand (UNIZULU) recently hosted a remarkable extramural activity. This initiative aimed at encouraging students’ participation and consultation following the challenges posed by the COVID -19 pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic reduced the opportunity for direct, real-time interaction between students and […]

OPINION PIECE: Avian Influenza – Sicelo Phumlani Dludla

OPINION PIECE: Avian Influenza – Sicelo Phumlani Dludla

Avian influenza is a highly contagious viral infection caused by several strains of type A influenza virus (H5N1, H7N6) which affects poultry and wild birds. It is commonly known as avian flu or bird flu. It is highly contagious and transmitted to chickens by contact with infected wild birds and their droppings. It spreads through […]

UNIZULU receive a NRF Excelleration Award

UNIZULU receive a NRF Excelleration Award

The 2023 National Research Foundation (NRF) Awards chose some of the country’s high-achieving researchers and scientists at a prominent ceremonial held in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This year, the awards were held under the theme Celebrating 20 years of the SKA Project in South Africa. University of Zululand won the NRF Excelleration Award for SA Research Institutions. […]

UNIZULU Research and Innovation Week gets Underway

UNIZULU Research and Innovation Week gets Underway

Research and Innovation Week at the University of Zululand started in earnest this morning with an official opening address from the Deputy Vice Chancellor , Research and Innovation Professor Nokuthula Kunene which was followed by the key note address delivered by the Head of Agriculture : Innovation Enabling Technology Innovation Agency (TIA)  Mr Sibusiso Manana. […]

NOVEMBER –  DIABETES AWARENESS MONTH

NOVEMBER –  DIABETES AWARENESS MONTH

Understanding Diabetes in South Africa: Prevention, Management, and Support November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. This year’s focus is on taking action to prevent diabetes health problems. Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, including South Africa. In […]

OPINION PIECE: Dr  Gerrit Jan Breukelman  – Human Movement Science

OPINION PIECE: Dr  Gerrit Jan Breukelman  – Human Movement Science

The Beneficial Impact of Exercise on Diabetes Management Exercise is a powerful tool in the management of diabetes, a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Diabetes is characterized by high blood sugar levels due to either insufficient insulin production (Type 1 diabetes) or the body’s inability to use insulin effectively (Type 2 diabetes). […]