by Kgothatso Monono

“Inspire ICT”, an exciting, motivational event hosted by the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FoICT) at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Soshanguve Campus, connected students with young professionals and leading companies in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to inspire and motivate them as well as address and improve student graduation rates.

According to a Statistics South Africa report released in November 2023 that provides statistical evidence relating to the prevalence of disability and characteristics of people with disabilities at both individual and household levels in South Africa, the national disability prevalence rate in the country is 7,5%.

Early in September, a group of Bachelor of Nursing IV students from the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), in collaboration with first-year medical students from Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU), organised a health awareness campaign to educate the public about Mpox (formerly known as Monkeypox). Held at Hebron Mall, this initiative forms part of the Inter-professional Education and Collaborative Practice (IPECP) programme, aimed at providing crucial health education and services to the community.

A first for the African continent, the annual International Adventure Conference was hosted from 9-11 September 2024, in Knysna, South Africa. The event was designed to accommodate professionals, managers and business owners from the adventure tourism sector as well as researchers, academics and postgraduate students.

Seven Tshwane University of Technology Engineering Honours students have been selected to participate in the Cross Mobility Programme, a student exchange initiative supported by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs through the French Embassy in South Africa.

by Amanda Nonsikelelo Nhlengethwa

The Tshwane University of Technology’s Department of Internal Auditing at the Ga-Rankuwa Campus, under the expert leadership of Prof DP van der Nest, hosted the first-ever Young Leaders Conference (YLC) for all institutions that offer internal auditing in South Africa, which was organised by the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIA SA). The purpose for the conference that took place on 6 September 2024, was to give internal auditing students a picture on how to become great future Internal Auditors.

The Tshwane University of Technology’s Institute for the Future of Work (IFoW) in partnership with Microsoft will launch a one-year short-blended learning course on Advanced Digital Skills on 2 October 2024.

The Department of Nature Conservation at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) made a meaningful contribution to this year’s Arbor Day celebration at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve. Represented by Dr Cheryl Ogilvie, the University played a key role in highlighting how academic institutions can be a driving force in promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices at community level.

by Nhlawulo Vision Chauke

Tshifiwa Thavhanyendza, a young and ambitious internal auditor, has made a significant impact in the field of internal auditing. Recently, the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIA SA) awarded Thavhanyedza the Young Internal Auditor of the Year, a testament to his hard work and dedication.

by Gerrit Bester

Following a rigorous vetting process, Prof Karendra Devroop, a Professor of Music in the Faculty of Arts and Design at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), has been nominated by two international Grammy members to serve as a Voting Member of the Grammys.

The Centre for Sustainable Development based at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Department of Tourism Management, Faculty of Management Sciences, is hosting the International Adventure Tourism Conference, on behalf of the Adventure Tourism Research Association (ATRA), in Knysna from 9 - 11 September.

by Amogelang Aysha Ramatena

Mpumi Pule, a Mechanical Engineer and Certified Coach from Pretoria, has set her sights on making a lasting impact through her alma mater, the Tshwane University of Technology.