2025 News
Mbombela Academic Manager prioritises student success and academic excellence
Andile Mjongwana, Academic Manager of the Faculty of Economics and Finance at Tshwane University of Technology’s Mbombela Campus, is committed to strengthening academic support and student success. Currently also pursuing a PhD in Accounting, he plays a key role in curriculum development and qualification coordination for the Diploma in Accountancy with a focus on Management Accounting.
TUT FM and partners celebrate Mandela Day with compassion
Honouring Nelson Mandela and celebrating the 31st anniversary of TUT FM, EE Streaming, Makopo Holdings, Maluleke Spar Soshanguve Crossing and TUT joined hands to bring hope, joy and dignity to the children of Good Hope Community Centre in Slovo, Winterveld on Friday, 18 July 2025.
TUT Ga-Rankuwa students mark Mandela Day with service
In commemoration of Mandela Day, the Directorate of Extracurricular Development (DED) at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Ga-Rankuwa Campus, in collaboration with Student City Residence, visited the Ga-Rankuwa based Korwe Orphanage on 19 July 2025 to carry out a community outreach programme.
Mandela Day celebration unites Soshanguve community and TUT
In a heartwarming celebration of Nelson Mandela Day, Tshwane University of Technology’s Sports and Recreation, Transformation Employment Equity and Diversity (TEED), Corporate Affairs and Marketing (CAM) and Alumni Relations hosted a community-focused soccer day at Shaka Sports Ground in Soshanguve. The event wasn’t just about the game, it was about unity, respect and appreciation.
TUT and City of Tshwane unite for powerful Mandela Day Dialogue
In an inspiring tribute to Nelson Mandela’s legacy, the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) and the City of Tshwane (CoT) came together on Friday, 18 July, for a day of meaningful reflection, bold conversation and civic engagement. The Mandela Day programme blended history, leadership and student voices to spark action on some of the most pressing issues facing young people in the city.
New director aims to strengthen Weskoppies mental healthcare
Dynamic youth leader and Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) alumnus, Bafana Manganyi (33), has been appointed to the board of Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital as a non-executive director, an announcement made by Gauteng MEC for Health, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko.
Conference explores creative intersections of art and architecture
The Faculty of Arts and Design at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), under the research niche of Creative Industries and Cultural Discourses of the Global South, hosted the Conference of the South African Journal of Art History (SAJAH) on the Arts Campus from 18 to 19 July 2025.
Transformative glass art exhibition opens at Pretoria Art Museum
Artefacts at the Pretoria Art Museum is a collaborative exhibition showcasing works by Lothar Böttcher and Caitlin Greenberg. Both artists are alumni and Greenberg is the acting Section Head: Department of Fine and Studio Arts, Faculty of Arts and Design.
President Ramaphosa appoints Prof Maluleke as co-chair of National Dialogue Eminent Persons Group
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Prof Tinyiko Maluleke, has been appointed co-chair of the National Dialogue Eminent Persons Group (EPG). President Cyril Ramaphosa made the announcement on 16 July. The National Dialogue is a citizens-driven, inclusive, crosscutting process aimed at the crafting a vision and a plan for South Africa for the next 30 years.
Digital skills workshop empowers Limpopo learners
A strategic partnership between the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) and the Banking Sector Education and Training Authority (BankSETA) continues to bear fruit, most recently through a digital skills development workshop hosted at Makgongoana High School in Limpopo. The initiative, which took place at the end of June 2025, empowered Grade 12 learners with critical digital competencies and career guidance.