Some of the world’s acclaimed musicians are reported to have displayed their talent very early in their lives. The late Whitney Houston and Micheal Jackson as well as Canadian-born popstar Justin Bieber – including many others, of course- are typical examples of such gems. Newly registered University of Zululand (UNIZULU) first-year student Vhahangwele Kenneth Rambau […]
Month: January 2025
Aspiring Chartered Accountant Excited to Begin his Academic Journey with UNIZULU
The way to success is through self-discipline and perseverance. Thokozani Njilo’s story is a testament of this. He comes from Folweni township in Durban where he completed his matric in Sompukwane Secondary School with flying colours, obtaining 42 points. He got accepted at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) to study BCom Accounting Science in […]
Chasing Dreams and Crunching Numbers: Siphokazi’s Journey to Becoming a UNIZULU BCom Accounting Science Student
“Believe in yourself, take a leap of faith, and watch your dreams unfold.” These are the wise words of Siphokazi Akhona Nsele, a bright and ambitious student who’s about to take the world of accounting by storm. Siphokazi matriculated from Inkosi Moses Zikhali Secondary School located in Mbazwane. Her passion for numbers and problem-solving led […]
A First-Year Drama Student’s Pursuit of Artistic Excellence
As the new academic year begins, many first-time entering students (FTENs) are filled with excitement and nerves in anticipation of what lies ahead. This moment marks the start of an exciting new chapter, one that promises challenges, growth and, most importantly, opportunities to shine even brighter. The same could be said about Xolani Shezi, a […]
UNIZULU Alumnus Busani Biyela Making Waves in Education Sector
Busani Ian Biyela enrolled for a BCom Accounting degree at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) in 2002 with the intent of one day qualifying as a chartered accountant. He would later take a totally different path – one he would eventually find rewarding and impactful. During his studies for his undergraduate degree, young Biyela was […]
UNIZULU Welcomes First Group of 2025 FTENs
The University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) KwaDlangezwa and Richards Bay campuses were on Monday, 27 January 2025 a destination for thousands of first-time entering students (FTENs) who had come to officialise their “UNIZULU student” status. With a target of 4 200 FTENs for the 2025 academic year, the University has made significant progress, reaching over 60 percent […]
Promising Funding for UNIZULU Research Centres Following Meeting with DSTI Deputy Minister
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) through the office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC): Research and Innovation Professor Nokuthula Kunene participated in a fruitful engagement with the Deputy Minister (DM) of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) Nomalungelo Gina and her team on Thursday, 23 January 2025. Held at the Council Chambers in the KwaDlangezwa Campus, the […]
New SRC Administration Inducted and Ready to Hit the Ground Running
“Remember why you came here. Remember that at the end of the day, you are still students, and do not forget what you left home to achieve.” These were the wise words of Zakhele Gumede, the Deputy Registrar, as he addressed the Student Representative Council (SRC) representatives during their recent induction ceremony. The induction was […]
Remembering the Life of Professor Sibusiso Bhengu, a National Treasure
The late Professor Sibusiso Mandlenkosi Emanuel Bhengu, a University of Zululand (UNIZULU) alumnus who was the first minister of education in post-apartheid South Africa, was laid to rest on Friday, 10 January 2025. A lauded education champion whose name will echo for ages owing to his countless strides, Prof Bhengu was granted a Special Official […]