by Gerrit Bester

The Devroop brothers, renowned for bringing diverse perspectives to research at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Faculty of Arts and Design, provided the perfect “sandwich” for the Faculty’s Research Showcase on 17 October.

By Mosima Rafapa

Newly conferred Doctor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering, Dr Khanyisile Lepota, is among the Tshwane University of Technology’s (TUT) Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment’s (FEBE) Spring 2025 graduates who have made remarkable progress in environmental sustainability research. She received her doctoral degree during the recent FEBE graduation ceremony held at the Pretoria Campus.

By Kgothatso Monono

The Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FoICT) recently celebrated its Spring 2025 graduation ceremony at the Soshanguve Campus. During the event, 1 747 students were recognised, including 1 487 undergraduates, 76 postgraduate diploma graduates, 130 master’s students and 54 PhD graduates. Several students graduated cum laude, demonstrating their exceptional academic performance and dedication.

By Nhlawulo Vision Chauke

“Destiny - what is meant for you will never pass you by.”

by Gerrit Bester

The Faculty of Arts and Design at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is keeping the naming-and-renaming dialogue at the University alive. The most recent discussion was held on Monday, 20 October, focusing on the planned renaming of the Painting Studio (Building 10) on the Arts Campus.

By Kgaugelo Jessica Selane

A first-year Environmental Health student at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), Lennox Mulugo, is rapidly rising as an entrepreneur in Africa’s creative economy. As the founder and CEO of Enigmatic Docs, he has built a digital publishing platform designed to empower young African writers by helping them publish, promote and profit from their work.

by Gerrit Bester

International collaboration in the Arts unlocks transformative opportunities for students as illustrated by the inaugural Glass Safari’s impact on emerging South African glass artists.

by Willa de Ruyter Kaempffer

The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) broke new ground when it introduced sign language interpreting at its graduation ceremonies on 15 and 16 October 2025, ensuring that students and guests who are deaf or hard of hearing could fully participate in one of the University’s most prestigious events.

By Nhlawulo Vision Chauke

The South African State Theatre was the stage for an evening of reflection and inspiration as leaders, scholars, alumni and students gathered for the 4th Annual Dr Tlou Cholo Legacy Lecture and the musical performance of The Fatherland.

By Kgothatso Monono

The Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FoICT) at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) continuously empowers students and entrepreneurs to thrive in the digital era through its AI Essentials SMME Workshop. Themed “Digitisation of Business Operations”, the event created an opportunity for students, innovators and small business owners to explore how artificial intelligence and digital tools can transform business operations, drive growth and create jobs.

By Kgothatso Monono

A dynamic team of students from the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FoICT) at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has developed EduConnect, a pioneering peer-to-peer tutoring prototype designed to make academic support more accessible and affordable for university students across South Africa.

by Gerrit Bester

Dr Aubrey Ramatla, lecturer in the Department of Fashion Design and Technology, Faculty of Arts and Design, Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), has attained a new pinnacle in his career with the conferment of a Doctor of Art and Design degree at TUT’s Spring graduation ceremony on 16 October. His doctoral research constitutes a pioneering contribution to South African scholarship by evaluating a tactile labelling tool in apparel retail and proposing a framework for inclusive retail practices that benefit visually impaired consumers.