2026 News
African partnership supports continental teacher education innovation
A benchmarking visit by Uganda’s Ministry of Education and Sports has opened new opportunities for collaboration in teacher education, curriculum reform and assessment practices across the continent. The engagement highlighted innovative approaches to classroom assessment while strengthening partnerships to improve learning outcomes and advance education in Africa.
Outstanding Cisco honour recognises decade of digital skills impact
More than 5 000 students trained, eight certified instructors and a decade-long partnership with a global technology leader have earned the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) a Cisco Academy Outstanding University Partner Award.
Inaugural Accounting Day empowers students for digital future
The Tshwane University of Technology's inaugural Accounting Day, themed Empowering Digitally Ready Accounting Professionals, provided students with valuable industry exposure and practical insights into the rapidly evolving accounting profession. Hosted by the Department of Accounting, the event brought together industry leaders, professional bodies and exhibitors to prepare students for technology-driven careers.
Governance excursion bridges theory and practice for Public Management students
Third-year Public Management students from the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) gained first-hand exposure to public sector leadership, governance and public administration during an academic excursion that connected classroom learning with real-world government practice. The experience enabled students to engage directly with municipal and government leaders while exploring key governance institutions shaping South Africa's public sector.
TUT symposium focuses on multivocality, interdisciplinarity and creative expressions in addressing GBVF
The Tshwane University of Technology will host the 3rd annual Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Symposium from 5 – 7 August 2026, bringing together stakeholders to explore artivism as a catalyst for social change.
FEBE receives continued ECSA accreditation for engineering programmes
The Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (FEBE) at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has once again demonstrated the quality of its engineering education after receiving continued accreditation from the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) for three of its undergraduate engineering programmes.
TUT hosts South African-German Graduate School to advance critical engineering skills
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is hosting a major three-year partnership between South Africa and Germany that aims to strengthen critical engineering skills through jointly accredited graduate programmes, international collaboration and professional training.
From the VC’s Desk: Appointment of Dr Azwitamisi Shadrack Nthangeni as Deputy Vice Chancellor: Operations
It gives me pleasure to announce that the Council of the University has appointed Dr Azwitamisi Shadrack Nthangeni as Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Operations, effective from 1 August 2026.
Research growth and global funding drive push for more doctoral graduates in Economics and Finance
The Tshwane University of Technology's (TUT) Faculty of Economics and Finance is strengthening its research profile, contributing to a £3.5 million international research project and recording growth in its research performance.
TUT FM 96.2 celebrates Mandela Day with support for families in need
TUT FM 96.2, together with community partners, celebrated Mandela Day by donating grocery hampers and essential food items to vulnerable families. The initiative brought relief to households in need while honouring Nelson Mandela's legacy of selfless service, compassion and ubuntu.