2026 News
TUT celebrates Kellerman’s national honour
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) celebrates the remarkable achievement of South African flautist and TUT Honorary Doctor Wouter Kellerman with heartfelt pride, following his receipt of a National Order from His Excellency, President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, today,19 May.
5th Limpopo Varsity Hackathon challenges participants to hack for agriculture
The Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at the TUT Polokwane Campus officially launched the 5th Annual Limpopo Varsity Hackathon on Friday, 15 May 2026, marking the beginning of another exciting chapter of innovation, collaboration and technological excellence.
Seminar prepares students for successful transition from university to workplace
The Office of the Campus Rector, Dr Ndiadivha Tempia, together with the Faculty of Humanities at the Tshwane University of Technology, Mbombela Campus, hosted a work-readiness seminar to prepare final-year students for the transition from university to the workplace.
TUT departments take hands to support children living with disabilities
The Tshwane University of Technology’s (TUT) Department of Transformation, Employment Equity and Diversity, Alumni Relations and the Higher Education Development and Support: Disability Unit joined hands to donate essentials and gifts to children living with disabilities during a recent community outreach initiative held at Bongwanake Foundation in Mabopane.
Workplace Readiness Seminar advances skills path for Public Management students
Final-year Public Affairs students at the Tshwane University of Technology received practical career guidance and workplace preparation during a skills and work-readiness seminar hosted by the Department of Public Management, with strong collaboration from public service stakeholders and employment experts.
Campus dialogue strengthens action against substance abuse
The Tshwane University of Technology’s Student Affairs and Extracurricular Development unit hosted a wide-ranging anti-alcohol and substance abuse dialogue at the Soshanguve North Campus, during which students, university leadership, government representatives, and civil society engaged to address substance abuse challenges affecting young people, as well as strengthen awareness, prevention and support systems for student wellbeing.
Coding ambition into STEM career success in eMalahleni
Technology, engineering and higher education opportunities took centre stage during a career expo hosted by Zacheus Malaza Secondary School in Mpumalanga, where the Tshwane University of Technology’s Department of Computer Science at the eMalahleni Campus inspired learners through academic guidance, motivational talks and practical career support.
Mbombela Campus Rector leads by example during clean-up drive
Students and staff at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Mbombela Campus joined forces in a campus-wide clean-up campaign led by Campus Rector, Dr Ndiadivha Tempia, on 13 May 2026. The initiative promoted environmental stewardship, student engagement and campus pride while reinforcing a culture of accountability and excellence.
Entrepreneurship Programme boosts SMME growth in Tshwane
Emerging entrepreneurs received recognition, support and new growth opportunities as the Tshwane University of Technology’s Centre for Entrepreneurship Development celebrated graduates of its Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme while welcoming a new cohort under the theme “Igniting growth, unlocking markets and sustaining impact”. The initiative continues to strengthen local SMMEs through entrepreneurial training, compliance support and market access.
Girls in Tech application drive empowers girls to pursue higher education
Young women at the Lethabong School of Specialisation in Soshanguve, received guidance, motivation and practical support to pursue higher education and careers in technology during the Faculty of ICT’s “Help a Girl Child Apply” initiative. The programme empowered learners through mentorship, self-development activities and hands-on assistance with University applications.