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TUT’s Prof Alvaro Viljoen Named National Champion of Research Transformation
Prof Alvaro Viljoen, a distinguished B-rated researcher at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), has been honored by the National Research Foundation (NRF) as the Champion of Research Capacity Development and Transformation at a South African Higher Education Institution.
AI and media dialogue highlights women’s critical leadership role
Questions about who builds artificial intelligence, whose voices it amplifies and how women can influence its future sparked thought-provoking discussions during TUT and the Government Communication and Information System’s (GCIS) Coded for Equality: Women, AI and the New Media Landscape dialogue, which highlighted opportunities for women to lead, innovate and shape the future of media and technology.
Inaugural TUT Symposium connects language, communication and media research
Language, communication and media scholars gathered at the Tshwane University of Technology's Soshanguve North Campus on 28 August 2026 for the inaugural Interdisciplinary Symposium on Language, Communication and Media.
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Future women leaders gain first-hand insight into Public Service careers
Career pathways in government came into sharper focus when third-year Public Affairs students gained first-hand exposure to public service institutions during the Department of Public Management's Women's Workplace Exposure Edition. The initiative connected students with experienced practitioners, practical workplace environments and diverse career opportunities across government, strengthening the link between academic learning and professional practice.
Annual Women in Innovation and Leadership dialogue tackles workplace power and purpose
Women in Innovation and Leadership hosted the annual dialogue at the CSIR International Convention Centre on 28 August 2026 under the theme “Leadership Beyond the Unknown: Women Redefining Work, Power and Purpose”. The dialogue, a collaboration between the Tshwane University of Technology and the City of Tshwane, featured speakers from academia and the public and private sectors.
Womanhood, leadership and future dreams celebrated at Ntombazana Seminar
Young women from across the Tshwane University of Technology's campuses got together at the 21st annual Ntombazana: Young Women's Seminar to celebrate womanhood, strengthen leadership skills and gain practical insights on wellness, entrepreneurship and personal growth. Held at the Soshanguve South Campus, the event encouraged participants to invest in themselves, embrace their potential and take ownership of their futures.
Women Leadership conference advocates for ethical, inclusive higher education
Ethical governance, inclusive leadership and institutional transformation shaped four days of national dialogue when higher education professionals gathered for the 2026 NASDEV Women in Leadership Conference. TUT representatives contributed leadership experience, panel insights and detailed records of discussions aimed at building equitable institutions.
It is all systems go for official launch of TUTRoD
Researchers at Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) will soon have a powerful new platform to share, preserve and showcase their research data when the TUT Research Data Repository (TUTRoD) officially launches in October.
Three-part webinar series empower women through technology, wellness and financial wisdom
August, a month dedicated to celebrating women's achievements and advancing gender empowerment, provided an ideal platform for innovation, leadership and personal growth at the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on TUT's Polokwane Campus.
Coding and Robotics partnerships enhance future-ready skills in Limpopo schools
Coding and Robotics clubs, hands-on technology and future-focused skills are set to reach more Limpopo learners following the handover of Coding and Robotics kits to schools across all five districts of the province. Supported by a partnership among educational institutions, government, and industry stakeholders, the initiative aims to equip Grade 8 and 9 learners with practical digital skills while preparing them for opportunities in an increasingly technology-driven world.