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DUT researchers shine as finalists in prestigious NSTF-South32 Awards
The Durban University of Technology (DUT) has a reason to celebrate, as two of its eminent researchers have been recognised as finalists for the 2024/2025 National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) South32 Awards - often referred to as South Africa’s "Science Oscars".
Valerie Mizrahi elected as international honorary member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Emerita Professor Valerie Mizrahi from the University of Cape Town has been elected as an international honorary member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, recognising her significant contributions to tuberculosis research and public health.
New leadership at Stellenbosch University: Professor Ramjugernath's vision for academic excellence
"Academic excellence will be front and centre in all we do. To get there, we must be even bolder in research, innovation, teaching and learning, especially academic renewal. "
Against All Odds | How dining hall worker Busisiwe Mndebele earned her Wits Political Studies Degree
Discover how Busisiwe Mndebele transformed her life from serving meals in a university dining hall to graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies, proving that dedication and hard work can lead to remarkable success.
Roets' controversial claims about SA universities teaching 'white genocide' gets rubbished
Ernst Roets discussed controversial and false claims about anti-White narratives in South African universities during an interview with Tucker Carlson, a prominent right-wing commentator.
Mbuyiseni Ndlozi resigns as EFF member
Breaking his silence months after an unstable relationship with the party, particularly leader Julius Malema, Ndlozi said he will now venture into academia and surely contribute to civil society.
Nelson Mandela University leads gender transformation in academia
Despite strides in gender equality, only seven of South Africa's 26 universities are led bywomen, reflecting slow progress in addressing disparities in academic leadership.