Postgraduate students at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) recently attended a special imbizo at Umfolozi Hotel Casino Convention Resort in Empangeni, where they were empowered with relevant information aimed at assisting them to walk their postgraduate journey with little to no hindrances. The imbizo was organised by the Research and Innovation Office considering the concerns […]
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UNIZULU Research Discovery of Vegetable Oil in Indigenous Plants Attracts Interest from KZN EDTEA
The Department of Agriculture at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) recently hosted a site visit with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (KZN EDTEA) to assess the progress of the UNIZULU Technology Transfer Fund Project. The project is led by Professor Godfrey Elijah Zharare, a lecturer and a plant scientist at […]
UNIZULU Alumnus Recognised for Exemplary Leadership
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) is celebrating with its alumnus and convocation member Sizwe Desmond Zwane, who was lauded for his stupendous leadership at Empangeni High School during the recent 22nd National Teaching Awards (NTA). The NTAs are held annually by the Department of Basic Education (DBE) to acknowledge teachers who perform at their peak, […]
6th Teaching and Learning Conference Focuses on a Just and Democratic Society
Excitement was high at the Premiere Hotel on Monday, 17 October 2022 as academics representing different institutions gathered for the 6th annual Teaching and Learning Conference (TLC). Organised by the Teaching and Learning Centre at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU), the conference was established as a platform for networking, sharing information and having discourse about […]
Nuggets of Wisdom for Female Students During Indaba
An indaba held for female students at the King Bhekuzulu Hall on Friday, 7 October 2022 saw attendees being reminded about self-worth, the benefits of setting high academic goals and the essence of exploiting the varied support services available to them on the KwaDlangezwa and Richards Bay campuses. The function was organised by the Pastoral […]
Seminar Brings Engineering Students Closer to Potential Employers
Upon completing their higher education studies, graduates often encounter challenges with securing employment. This is often due to them not adequately expressing their capabilities in their CVs, not possessing suitable interpersonal skills or not being aware of available opportunities outside of mainstream workplaces. Against this backdrop, the University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) Teaching and Learning Centre […]
22nd Annual Information Studies Hybrid Conference
The Department of Information Studies under the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) hosted its 22nd Annual Information Studies (IS) Hybrid Conference from 6 to 8 September 2022. The theme for this year’s conference was “Library and Information Science Research Matters for Sustainable Development Goals”. The conference was opened […]
UNIZULU Instrumental in KZN Social Entrepreneurship Development Drive
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU), together with three partners in KwaZulu-Natal, is making a valuable contribution to the province’s economic development agenda through equipping local social entrepreneurs with key business management skills. In August 2021, the University’s Department of Business Management joined forces with the Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) and […]
Infrastructure Oversight Visit by DHET
The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) visited the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) on Thursday, 15 September. In his welcome to delegates, Thabani Mncwango, Executive Director: Infrastructure remarked that this was the first visit to haven taken place post Covid-19. UNIZULU has responded to a range of imperatives – stimulated by government funding and […]
UNIZULU Celebrates the Life of the Late Mr Nhlanhla Cele
Thursday, 8 September 2022 was a day of mourning for past and present University of Zululand (UNIZULU) staff, family and friends of the late Nhlanhla Cele as he was honoured during a memorial service. The executive director: institutional support passed away in the evening of Thursday, 1 September following a short illness. Cele was an […]