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70-year-old Retiree Obtains Doctor of Education Degree from UNIZULU

70-year-old Retiree Obtains Doctor of Education Degree from UNIZULU

Dr Mandlakayise Victor Langa received an early birthday present on Tuesday, 7 May 2024 when he was conferred a Doctor of Education degree at the age of 70. Dr Langa obtained his qualification from the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) during the second graduation ceremony of the Faculty of Education. The 70-year-old retiree was born on […]

Accounting and Auditing Department’s Bright Mind Graduates at the Top of her Faculty

Accounting and Auditing Department’s Bright Mind Graduates at the Top of her Faculty

University of Zululand graduate Snethemba Bayanda Zulu exemplifies what academic excellence is. The 21-year-old from Sibonelo area in Nongoma, KwaZulu-Natal graduated with BCom Accounting degree during the second session of the Faculty of Commerce Law and Administration graduation ceremonies. Not only did Zulu obtain her qualification with distinction, she also was the top student within […]

“Brothers” and Business Partners Celebrate Graduation Milestone Together

“Brothers” and Business Partners Celebrate Graduation Milestone Together

Proverbs 18:24 in the New Living Translation version reads: “There are “friends” who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother.” This scripture perfectly sums up Nkanyiso Khuzwayo (33) and Ngcebo Nzuza’s (25) five-year friendship. The two met in 2019 through an organisation called ATEZS (Association of Zion Students) at the […]

First Session of FCAL’s Graduation Ceremonies Sees Multiple Staff Members Receiving PhDs

First Session of FCAL’s Graduation Ceremonies Sees Multiple Staff Members Receiving PhDs

The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) will this week join scores of families around the country in celebrating the milestones of the institution’s 2024 graduates. Launching this much-anticipated week of emotional reflections, glorious celebrations and witnessing of first-time graduates – for some families – was the Faculty of Commerce, Administration and Law (FCAL) which conferred higher […]

Department of Law Unveils Opportunities During the Law Career Day

Department of Law Unveils Opportunities During the Law Career Day

The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) Law Department recently hosted a successful Career Day at King Bhekuzulu Hall, bringing together students, legal professionals, and representatives from various legal organisations. The event aimed to provide students with insights into the legal profession, career opportunities, and practical advice for their future careers. In her warm welcome, Professor Tholaine […]

UNIZULU Students Receive Worthy Tips to Enjoying Financial Freedom

UNIZULU Students Receive Worthy Tips to Enjoying Financial Freedom

Students from the four faculties of the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) attended the highly instructive Financial Literacy Talk, which was recently held by the University’s Transformation and Social Inclusion Office in collaboration with Sanlam at the King Bhekuzulu Hall in KwaDlangezwa Campus. The lecture aimed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to […]

Sisonke Buddy Programme Orientation

Sisonke Buddy Programme Orientation

The International Office at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU)recently held its first induction buddy programme called Sisonke. When translated, the word sisonke means we are together. The Sisonke Buddy Programme focuses on supporting both local and international students in working together as a unit. It also exposes students to global citizenship spaces within their home […]

FCAL Academics Unpack Issue of Decolonisation During Workshop

FCAL Academics Unpack Issue of Decolonisation During Workshop

The Faculty of Commerce, Administration and Law (FCAL) debuted its leg of the Workshop on Node for African Thought series on Tuesday, 16 April 2024. This is a series of workshops that are being held for academics in the University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) four faculties, with the aim of reinforcing the institution’s position to cement […]

Young Women Reminded of Importance of Owning Their Brand During Women’s Dialogue

Young Women Reminded of Importance of Owning Their Brand During Women’s Dialogue

“Owning one’s brand” emerged as the overarching message during the Women’s Dialogue held on Thursday, 11 April 2024 at the King Bhekuzulu Hall in the University of Zululand’s (UNIZULU) KwaDlangezwa Campus. The dialogue was co-organised by the Pastoral Care Unit and Transformation and Social Inclusion Office with the intent of instilling in young women the […]

Postgraduate Students Gain Research-related Insights During Induction

Postgraduate Students Gain Research-related Insights During Induction

Under the theme “Nurturing a Vibrant Postgraduate Environment,” the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) recently held a postgraduate induction at King Bhekuzulu Hall. This induction was intended to welcome incoming postgraduate students and provide them with the knowledge they need to start their studies in both the academic and social environments. Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and […]