“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” These words by Benjamin Franklin, as old as they are, remain relevant to date, even more so for the average tertiary student. On the one hand, there is attending lectures while on the other, there is ensuring that you maximise personal study time- not to […]
Naledi Hlefane
Time for African Scholars to Rise
There is no better time for African scholars to embrace their identity than now. This ought to be evident in their research, the curriculum structuring process and teaching and learning practices. This was the sentiment during the recent 7th Collaboration Symposium which was hosted by the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) at its KwaDlangezwa Campus. The […]
Students to Run in SA Cross Country Championships
Excitement is on an ultimate high for student athletes Sinothile Mthiyane and Apendule Vusani who are only a few hours away from competing for the coveted cross country champion titles in the upcoming South African Cross Country Championships. Taking place on Saturday, 18 September, the championships will see cross country greats from around the nation […]
UNIZULU Shines During MACE Excellence Awards
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) was lauded for its impressive marketing and communication skills at the recent Marketing, Advancement and Communication in Education (MACE) Excellence Awards, during which it scooped a total of six awards. The institution received three bronze awards, one silver award as well as two gold awards. Adding to its victory, UNIZULU […]
UNIZULU Choir’s Hour with Mr. Music
Over 300 000 Facebook users and more than 100 000 Instagram users who follow musician and 2020 Idols SA runner-up Mr. Music are likely to do just about anything to get a few moments to spend with the talented young singer. For UNIZULU Choir members however, this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity was presented with ease on Friday, 13 August […]
Triumph After Tribulation
It was a bittersweet moment as 21-year-old Thobile Mbatha and her twin sister Thobeka celebrated their recent graduation without their late parents. The duo lost their parents whilst studying towards their respective qualifications at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU). Unlike most twin sisters, the Mbatha sisters, who hail from Newcastle in KwaZulu-Natal, followed different career […]
Educator Closer to his Dream of Producing Innovative Black Learners
“Throughout my years of studying, I have realised two things about our formal learning education system. The system teaches us to be employees and not employers. We are provided access to education in schools, but are we encouraged enough to be creative and innovative to invent solutions to societal issues such as the ever-mounting poverty […]
Mhlungu’s Quest for Success in Media Field
As a child, 22-year-old Anathi Mhlungu had a fascination with the world of media- from television broadcasting to the captivating art of filmmaking. When she discovered how great of a communicator she was in high school, there was not even a shred of doubt which career path she would follow after matriculating. In 2018, her […]
From Nigeria, with a Dream: Dr Enaifoghe’s Story
Dr Andrew Enaifoghe graduated with a PhD in Public Administration on Tuesday, 6 July 2021. His is a story of not losing sight of one’s dreams. This dynamic young African researcher, enthusiastic presenter, avid reader, preacher and inspirational writer was born and raised in Nigeria by Mr and Mrs Enaifoghe Salami. He is the first […]
Zulu Royal Princess Obtains Master’s Degree
The annual University of Zululand (UNIZULU) graduation ceremonies, which began on Monday, 5 July 2021, are a culmination of the hard work and many years of sacrifice made by students, parents and lecturers alike. This Faculty of Arts virtual graduation session marked a joyous occasion for the Zulu royal family as Her Royal Highness (HRH) […]