by Kgothatso Monono

The Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FoICT), Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) participated in the annual AGRI-Teen Symposium, hosted late in June by the Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) in collaboration with the Department of Education. This two-day event aimed to foster career awareness among learners in the agriculture and rural development sectors across various towns in the Eastern Cape province.

The Tshwane University of Technology’s (TUT) Department of Business and Information Management Services (BIMS) has launched an innovative, AI-powered productivity (AI-PP) assessment tool designed to significantly enhance students' learning processes by providing personalised feedback and offers personalised learning paths. This initiative was spearheaded by Ms Mattie Le Clus, a seasoned lecturer at BIMS, in collaboration with Master skills, an approved reseller and publisher of academic content at TUT

Vocal Art students and alumni of the Department of Performing Arts, Faculty of Arts and Design, Tshwane University of Technology, are delighted to welcome South African-born Prof Michelle Breedt, internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano and recording artist, for a series of masterclasses on 8 and 9 August 2024.

The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) will dedicate the month of August – Women’s Month – to the acknowledgement and foregrounding of the resilience of South African women. This will be done through various interventions and activities across our faculties and campuses based in Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga.

by Phaphama Tshisikhawe

A number of staff exchange agreements between the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) and international partner universities provide opportunities for professional growth and development and fostering collaborations in both teaching and research.

by Phaphama Tshisikhawe

TUT will soon launch its first-ever fully online Masters’ degree programme in the Faculty of Management Sciences, giving a new cohort of students access to its quality programmes.

by Malesele Hlakudi

South Africa is grappling with energy poverty, exacerbated by skyrocketing energy prices and crippling load shedding, according to Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, Minister of Electricity and Energy. Delivering a keynote address at the Just Energy Transition and Future of Work seminar hosted by the Tshwane University of Technology’s (TUT) Institute for the Future of Work (IFoW) on Thursday, 1 August 2024, Dr Ramokgopa stressed the need for a gradual shift towards lower carbon technologies while ensuring a "Just" transition that protects society, jobs and livelihoods.

In a significant contribution to the future of wildlife conservation, Stud Game Breeders® (SGB) has awarded bursaries valuing R8.75 million to deserving students in the Nature Conservation and Wildlife Management programmes at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT). The ceremony held at TUT, highlighted the organisation's commitment to supporting education and conservation efforts in South Africa.

by Willa de Ruyter

The growing trend of people keeping exotic pet birds has led to an unexpected increase in lost and escaped birds in South Africa. A study by Dr Tinyiko Calvin Shivambu, a dedicated biological scientist with a profound interest in flora and fauna, examined online databases and social media reports to understand this problem, a study that earned him the front cover of the May 2024 edition of Diversity. 

by Kgaugelo Selane

An exciting international collaboration in architecture and urbanism innovation project between Brazil and the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is making headlines in both countries. Inspired by the world-renowned urban innovations in Curitiba, Brazil, the partnership aims to transform urban landscapes in both countries.

by Nhlawulo Vision Chauke

Robbie Wessels, a Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Drama alumnus, a well-rounded individual, skilled in many different areas, is a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry. With a career spanning more than two decades, he has made a name for himself as an actor, filmmaker, singer and songwriter.

by Gerrit Bester

Three alumni from the Faculty of Arts and Design's Department of Design Studies (Fashion Design), Victor Obakeng (The Trendsetter from the North), Frank Ramatsetse (Candid) and Kinsley Baloyi (Undefined Outdoor Clothing), have been selected as finalists for the prestigious Mr Price Scouting Menswear Competition, a key event in the South African Fashion Week (SAFW) calendar. This significant achievement is a testament to their hard work, creativity and unwavering passion for fashion.