2026 News
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SWEEP Chapter launch expands entrepreneurship support at TUT
The launch and formal recognition of the Student Women Economic Empowerment Programme (SWEEP) Chapter at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is a significant achievement in the institution's ongoing commitment to inclusivity, gender transformation and the advancement of women in innovation and entrepreneurship.
‘Entrepreneurship is most effective response to youth unemployment’
Speaking at the 2026 annual Dr Sam Nzima Memorial lecture on 16 June 2026, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Prof Tinyiko Maluleke, reemphasised the University’s commitment to producing graduates who are ready to create jobs rather than looking for employment. With just six months into the implementation of the Tshwane University of Technology’s (TUT) new Institutional Strategic Plan 2026-2035 centred on entrepreneurship, Prof Maluleke’s remarks are as timely as they are on point.
National competitions help TUT embed entrepreneurship as a core component of education
Student innovation and entrepreneurship development continues to receive significant institutional support as part of the Tshwane University of Technology’s (TUT) broader strategy to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset among students and to position graduates for self-employment, venture creation, and economic participation beyond traditional employment pathways.
Research into parasite-resistant mutton sheep gets a R1.4-million boost from the Africa-Japan Collaborative Research grant
Much-needed research into disease-resistant genes in mutton sheep to curb the spread and intensity of parasites threatening livestock production received a major cash and expertise injection thanks to the Africa-Japan Collaborative Research grant (AJ-CORE).
Meet Vukosi Marivate: A Top Rate AI Scholar at His Prime
Professor Vukosi Marivate, a recipient of the National Order of Mapungubwe in Silver, argues for a deeper, more grounded understanding of AI, along with growing and embedding African languages, stories, places and people in the internet.
TUT Runners Tackle the Comrades Marathon
In a powerful display of focus and endurance, at least five Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) athletes participated in and successfully completed the 2026 Comrades Marathon. The Comrades Marathon is widely regarded as one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world. This year, runners tackled the challenging route from Durban to the finish line in Pietermaritzburg.
TUT professor appointed to national language leadership role
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Professor, Thabo Ditsele, has been appointed by Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, to serve on the National Task Team towards a Unified National Language Action Plan.
Cyber safety awareness initiative empowers young digital citizens
The Tshwane University of Technology’s Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) partnered with The Cyberculture Foundation to equip learners at Jiswa School in Lenasia with essential knowledge and skills to navigate digital spaces safely, responsibly and confidently.
Grant prioritises Interior Design student’s holistic development
Adopting a holistic approach to supporting the next generation of designers, Infinity Surfaces has awarded one of its 2026 Future Designers Fund grants to a Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Interior Design student. This is the third consecutive year that a female TUT Interior Design student has been selected as a recipient of the grant, which speaks volumes about the calibre of students being prepared for this competitive industry right here at home.
Top Arts achievers celebrated as Dean shares path to even greater heights
In celebration of excellence, the top performers of 2025 from the Tshwane University of Technology’s Faculty of Arts and Design took centre stage at the Faculty Academic Excellence Awards, held on 10 June.