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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Open Access Week 2023 is an opportunity for people to get together, take action, and raise awareness about the value of community control over information-sharing platforms. In commemoration of this year’s theme, the University of Zululand Library Information Service recently conducted a two-day open science and research management (RDM) workshop in partnership with Mangosuthu University […]
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Zululand (UNIZULU), Professor Xoliswa Mtose, recently held her annual event to recognise the accomplishments of newly promoted associated professors and full professors as well as doctors who were conferred their PhDs at the University during the 2023 graduation week. The joyous function took place at the Premier Hotel in […]
The Pastoral Care Unit, in collaboration with the Transformation Office and Campus Health Clinic, recently held a fruitful imbizo for University of Zululand (UNIZULU) female students which sought to impart to the young women knowledge on sexual reproductive health and related issues. The seminar took place at KwaDlangezwa Campus’s King Bhekuzulu Hall, attracting a lively […]
The Dean of the Faculty of Education, Professor Sithabile Ntombela, recently celebrated all faculty students who distinguished themselves by attaining a minimum aggregate of 75% across their modules in the 2022 academic year. The highfliers were appreciated at a grand event held at the King Bhekuzulu Hall, where dance celebrations and motivation were the order […]
Economics lecturer bags small role in local drama series The multitalented Thamsanqa Mtshengu will make his debut appearance on Etv’s drama series, Smoke & Mirrors on 12 October 2023 at 9pm. Mtshengu is a lecturer in the Economics Department within the Faculty of Commerce, Administration and Law. He is also a professional actor, vocalist, and […]
The University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) Disability Unit together with the Transformation and Social Inclusion Office recently held a disability awareness campaign at the King Bhekuzulu Hall. The purpose of this event was to increase the attendees’ awareness of opportunities for both personal and professional growth. The programme included a panel discussion on a range of […]
A five-member team from the University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) Faculty of Commerce, Administration and Law (FCAL) visited Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman in the United Arab Emirates on 28 September 2023. The purpose of this visit was to discuss the possibility of fostering academic and cultural cooperation between the two institutions. The team, led by […]
