The Department of Engineering at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) this week kicked off Engineering Week with great vigour and a clear mission to celebrate and promote the engineering profession. A first for the institution, the four-day programme was held at the Richards Bay Campus. started on high gear, with an opening ceremony aimed […]
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UNIZULU Hosts Another Successful Wellness Day
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) Wellness Day took place at the Ellis Park Sports Ground in KwaDlangezwa Campus. This annual event, organised by the Employee Relations Office within the Human Resources Division, seeks to encourage UNIZULU employees to lead a healthy lifestyle by going for regular health check-ups, engaging in more physical exercise, making better […]
Students Exposed to Relevant Knowledge and Work Opportunities During WIL Indaba 2024
The University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) 2024 Hospitality and Tourism Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Indaba was a groundbreaking event that delved into the theme “An African university developing a Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Service Learning (SL) Framework in partnership with stakeholders”. Held over three days, the indaba brought together a diverse group of stakeholders from the hospitality and […]
UNIZULU Ingoma Continues to Inspire Unity in Diversity and Culture
The second annual University of Zululand (UNIZULU) Ingoma, recently held at Ellis Park Sports grounds within UNIZULU’s KwaDlangezwa Campus, was a song and dance extravaganza. The cultural event which was organised by UNIZULU student group Umfula Zulu Society attracted cultural enthusiasts from several institutions of higher education in KwaZulu-Natal. Held annually in September in celebration […]
US Ambassador Visits UNIZULU
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) International Office within the Office of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal yesterday (Wednesday, 18 September 2024) hosted guests from the United States (US) at the Council Chambers, KwaDlangezwa Campus. This was an opportunity for UNIZULU staff and students to share their expertise on indigenous knowledge systems and entrepreneurship and for the […]
Creative Writing Competition: A Confidence Booster for Emerging Student Authors
Aspiring student authors from the University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) four faculties recently went head-to-head for the “top creative writer” title in this year’s 6th annual Creative Writing Competition, organised by the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC) through its Writing Centre. Held in KwaDlangezwa Campus at the DH4B Writing Centre, this intense competition attracted over 40 […]
International Education Week Unveils Path towards “The Africa We Want”
The International Office within the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) recently hosted a captivating three-day event with the theme: ‘Navigating African perspectives in internationalising higher education towards achieving the “The Africa We Want”’. This conference was held at the King Bhekuzulu Hall on the KwaDlangezwa Campus while simultaneously broadcast on Zoom and YouTube. The event saw […]
UNIZULU and NSF Hold Key Engagement Meeting with Students
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) recently hosted a key meeting with the National Skills Fund (NSF) which enabled direct engagements between the fund and its bursary recipients. This gathering, held on the KwaDlangezwa Campus, was geared towards addressing concerns, providing updates and fostering a collaborative relationship between students and the funder. The NSF is a […]
UNIZULU Financial Aid Office Hosts Empowerment Session for COID-Funded Students
The University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) Financial Aid Office (FAO) recently hosted a pivotal meeting aimed at supporting students funded by the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases (COID) bursary. The gathering brought together COID representatives, NSFAS officials, and COID-funded students to discuss strategies for sustaining and maintaining funding. The Compensation Fund bursary in South Africa […]
Induction of the Executive Committee of Convocation
The Office of the Registrar successfully organised the Induction Workshop and Strategic Planning for the Executive Committee of Convocation. This was to ensure that Convocation is empowered to discharge its duties as prescribed by the institutional statute. The session was held recently at the Capital Pearls Hotel, Umhlanga in Durban. Pursuant to one of the functions […]