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Girl who thought she was done with university rises to Chancellor’s Award at TUT
A student who once believed her university journey had ended, has emerged as a Chancellor’s Award recipient in the Faculty of Humanities at the Tshwane University of Technology. Her story traces a shift from uncertainty to purpose, shaped by faith, consistency and a growing passion for communication.
Excellence takes centre stage for Humanities graduates
Nthabiseng Nkwana and Iris Nkuna overcame loss, hardship and rural barriers to graduate with distinction, highlighting resilience, excellence and the impact of support in higher education.
Faculty of Science hosts postgraduate orientation to strengthen research excellence
The Faculty of Science at the Tshwane University of Technology hosted its Postgraduate Student Orientation on Friday, 17 April 2026. New and returning postgraduate students gathered during the full-day programme for an engaging and informative introduction to the academic, research and support environment within the Faculty.
Play explores the tension between freedom of expression and institutional pressure
Mpho Malesa (Director) and the cast from the Tshwane University of Technology’s Department of Performing Arts are proud to present On Air, a play that promises to entertain and engage audiences with its focus on censorship.
Young TUT innovator rises to shape South Africa’s tech future
Autumn 2026 marks more than just the end of an academic journey for 21-year-old Shothodzo Mukwena; it celebrates the rise of a young innovator determined to shape South Africa’s technological future. Graduating with the current autumn cohort, Mukwena represents what curiosity, discipline and self-belief can achieve.
Economics seminar strengthens research culture and academic engagement
Dr Sanele Gumede, Economics lecturer at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, led a public lecture on South Africa’s budget during a seminar hosted by TUT’s Faculty of Economics and Finance, Department of Economics, aimed at equipping students and staff with research skills and fostering academic growth.
TUT pilots MASSTER graduate tracking project to boost alumni engagement
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) will pilot an Erasmus+-funded system to track 2 000 graduates over a three-year period, aimed at strengthening alumni connections and improving data-driven planning.
Leah Mokgabudi and Ndumiso Mhlanga rise above adversity to graduate
Leah Mokgabudi and Ndumiso Mhlanga, Humanities graduates, overcame personal hardship, academic disruption and setbacks to achieve success, proving that resilience and determination can change futures.
Mbuwane overcomes illness to complete postgraduate journalism diploma
Beauty Mbuwane completed her postgraduate diploma at TUT despite severe illness, financial strain, and personal loss, proving resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
Smart leak detection breakthrough boosts water management
Dr Giresse Komba, has developed a real-time AI system that detects and locates water leaks with 96% accuracy, providing a scalable solution to reduce losses and improve infrastructure efficiency.