Tumisang Lekgetho, fondly known as “Tumi” or “Luther,” has received the prestigious Fulbright Foreign Student Programme Scholarship. A full-time PhD student specialising in catalysis at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Department of Chemistry within the Faculty of Science, Lekgetho will spend nine months at Auburn University in Alabama, United States, where Associate Prof Byron H Farnum will host him in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry from October 2025 to June 2026. This international exchange will strengthen his advanced research skills, broaden his academic network and provide access to world-class laboratories in material science and catalysis.

By Tshifhiwa Mudau

From a small village in Limpopo to the lecture halls of the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) and global recognition in the United States, Sharon Aluwani Mukhola is living proof that passion, purpose and perseverance can transform lives. The TUT alumna, now an NGAP Academic Lecturer in Hospitality Management and Fulbright Research Fellow, has built a career that bridges industry, education and mentorship, inspiring the next generation of hospitality professionals.

By Lindokuhle Nkosi

The Tshwane University of Technology’ (TUT) 2025 Student Representative Council (SRC) elections were history in the making, recording an unprecedented 57% voter participation, the highest turnout since the University’s establishment. This milestone reflects a growing culture of student involvement in shaping governance and representation across campuses

by Gerrit Bester

Dr Carol Kühn, lecturer in the Department of Fine and Studio Arts, Faculty of Arts and Design, Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), earned a PhD from the University of Pretoria in September. In an interview, she says that the notion of postgraduate studies being intended only for those who wish to enter the academic domain should be dismantled, contending that pursuing a higher level of study within the Arts enables creatives to refine and continually evaluate the contextual and conceptual underpinnings driving their practice.

by Phumla Mkize

South Africa is in the top three of leading countries in Africa in terms of research productivity, but only converts 1% of its research outputs into products or services. This disappointing statistic was the backdrop of some of the deliberations on the second day of the Annual Future of Work Dialogue hosted by the Tshwane University of Technology’s Institute for the Future of Work.

By Nhlawulo Vision Chauke

Abongile Dumako, Advanced Diploma in Integrated Communication alumnus from the Tshwane University of Technology, has been appointed to one of the top positions at the South African Broadcasting Corporation’s (SABC) Channel Africa.

A group of Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Industrial Physics students, specialising in Nuclear Technology, have won the 8th annual Rosatom "Atoms Empowering Africa" video competition. This remarkable achievement highlights TUT's commitment to nurturing future leaders and showcases the exceptional talent within the Faculty of Science.

by Phumla Mkize

South Africa must focus on next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) skills, as well as the implementation of the AI strategy and public procurement policies to accelerate inclusive growth. 

By Mathipa Phishego

South Africa’s next generation of tech innovators showcased their creativity and problem-solving power at the Telkom 10x Hackathon, hosted at the Tshwane University of Technology’s (TUT) eMalahleni Campus. The 36-hour challenge, held in partnership with the Nkangala TVET College, Amdocs and Geekulcha, brought together student hackers and high school learners to develop solutions addressing real-world problems while inspiring future digital talent.

by Gerrit Bester

The Postgraduate Study Area at the Faculty of Arts and Design Library, Tshwane University of Technology, marks a new chapter in the Faculty’s commitment to research-informed dialogue and collaborative learning.

By Kgothatso Monono

Women in technology and finance took center stage as the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology's (FoICT) Girls in Tech initiative hosted empowering Heritage Month events at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Polokwane and Soshanguve campuses. Themed Digital Divas: Empowering Women through Tech and Finance, the gatherings brought together students, industry experts and thought leaders, creating dynamic platforms for dialogue, mentorship and empowerment aimed at preparing women to thrive in a fast-changing digital world.

The Department of Performing Arts in the Faculty of Arts and Design at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is excited to be hosting the 2026 annual conference of the African Theatre Association (AfTA).