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Career Readiness Workshop equips students for Work-Integrated Learning success
Preparing for Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) starts long before students enter the workplace. To help second-year Journalism and Integrated Communication students take that important step with confidence, the Tshwane University of Technology’s Department of Journalism and Integrated Communication hosted a Career Readiness and Skills Development Workshop under the theme From University to Workplace: Preparing for Work-Integrated Learning Through Skills, Professionalism and Employability.
Student coders transform ideas into solutions during programming fest
Coding talent, creativity and teamwork took centre stage at TUT's eMalahleni Campus when students showcased innovative software solutions during the Fourth Annual Programming Fest. The event challenged participants to solve real-world problems, sharpen their programming skills and compete for top honours across three academic levels.
SAED celebrates Mandela Day with Colour Walk and Run
Students and staff gathered at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Ga-Rankuwa Campus Sports Field on 24 July 2026 for the Mandela Day Colour Walk & Run, an initiative that combined physical activity and community service in honour of Nelson Mandela's legacy.
Curiosity opens doors at Dream to Thrive Career Expo
Students at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Mbombela Campus gained valuable career insights when industry professionals joined the Dream to Thrive Career Expo, hosted in partnership with the Momentum Group Foundation. The event encouraged students to ask questions, build confidence and prepare for successful careers beyond graduation.
AI Week showcases innovation and AI-Powered solutions
Innovative student ideas, industry collaboration and AI-powered solutions were the focus of the Tshwane University of Technology’s AI Week 2026, with participants exploring how emerging technologies can address real-world challenges and create sustainable impact. The three-day programme showcased innovation, practical skills development and multidisciplinary teamwork while opening new opportunities for student growth and workplace experience.
Men of Impact encouraged to embrace purposeful leadership at Motlhabane 2026
Young men at theTshwane University of Technology's eMalahleni Campus got together on 26 July 2026 for Motlhabane 2026, a seminar that challenged them to embrace accountability, lead with integrity and become positive influences in their communities. During the Men of Impact seminar, speakers shared personal experiences and practical lessons on resilience, self-care, entrepreneurship and purposeful leadership.
Inclusion campaign strengthens sense of belonging across Campuses
Every student deserves to feel seen, valued and empowered to succeed. This message, “Our university, our space, our belonging, was at the centre of the 2026 Soshanguve Campuses Disability Awareness Campaign, during which students, staff and stakeholders united to promote disability inclusion, accessibility, safety and belonging across the university community.
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Rising music talent takes conducting debut to new heights
Stepping from the saxophone section to the conductor’s podium, Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) first-year Computer Science student and accomplished saxophonist, Khumo Modise, recently realised a life-long dream conducting the UNISA Wind Ensemble at the UNISA ZK Matthews Great Hall. It was his first experience leading an ensemble of this size and brought a long-held musical ambition to life.
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.