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TUT’s Dr Cathy Dzerefos honoured for championing conservation in Magaliesberg
In a proud achievement for the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), environmental scientist and Faculty of Science lecturer, Dr Cathy Dzerefos
TUT, SASAE and DoA unite to drive climate-smart rural development at National Agri Conference
In a powerful show of collaboration, TUT, South African Society for Agricultural Extension (SASAE), and the Department of Agriculture (DoA) co-hosted the 58th Annual SASAE Conference
Canvas for Change
TUT’s Faculty of Arts and Design is proud to host the Second Annual GBV Symposium, a pivotal gathering dedicated to tackling Gender-Based Violence & Femicide through innovative and creative solutions.
First-Year and Foundation Unit ignites innovation with AI-focused Ideathon
In a move to bridge the gap between emerging technologies and community impact, the First-Year and Foundation Unit (FYFU) in the Tshwane University of Technology’s Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FoICT) recently hosted a dynamic five-day FYFU Ideathon as part of the Faculty’s broader AI Week programme.
FEED 2025 showcases future of innovation, collaboration and student entrepreneurship
Brimming with energy, creativity and forward-thinking spirit, the Faculty of ICT’s annual Faculty Expo and Entrepreneurial Day (FEED) returned to the Tshwane University of Technology's Soshanguve Campus on 17 July 2025 -this time, bigger and bolder than ever.
4th Annual Limpopo Varsity Hackathon launches with Call to ‘Hack4Mzansi’
"It always seems impossible until it is done." These powerful words by Nelson Mandela echoed through the halls of the University of Limpopo’s Turfloop Campus on 24 July 2025, as the 4th annual Limpopo Varsity Hackathon (LVH) was officially launched, igniting a renewed spirit of innovation and problem-solving among ICT students preparing for the main event from 11 – 13 October 2025.
Prof discusses future of academia in an AI transformed world
In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly redefining knowledge and innovation, the role of the university is undergoing a profound transformation. This evolving landscape was the focus of the recent A Re Bueng (Let’s Talk) seminar series, hosted by the Faculty of Arts and Design on 28 July, where Prof Chats Devroop, Research Professor at the Faculty, delivered a talk titled The University in the Age of AI: Relevancy, Ontology and the Shifting Landscape of Knowledge Production.
ICT Faculty launches landmark AI Week
In a first for the Tshwane University of Technology, a landmark AI Week 2025 hosted by the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FoICT) from 12- 18 July, brought together students, academics and industry leaders for a powerful exploration of artificial intelligence, its ethical application and its growing role in shaping ICT innovation and career development.
Huawei and Faculty of ICT unite to empower future tech leaders
The official signing of an agreement between the Tshwane University of Technology and global technology giant, Huawei, on 17 July 2025, marks a significant milestone for the University’s Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). The collaboration aims to support top-performing students and advance TUT’s presence in the digital space.
Grasping generational perspectives and expectations
As the landscape of higher education continues to evolve, it becomes crucial for lecturers to reflect on and understand the diverse perspectives and expectations of different generations, from Gen X and Millennials to Gen Z and the emerging Gen Alpha. This was the core message of a discussion, titled Bridging Generations in Higher Education: Strategies for a Future-Ready Classroom.