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Politicians from the ANC Youth League and SACP are stepping in to support the establishment of a Tshwane University of Technology campus in Sekhukhune, amid community outrage over delays and alleged misdirection of the project.
Politicians from the ANC Youth League and SACP are stepping in to support the establishment of a Tshwane University of Technology campus in Sekhukhune, amid community outrage over delays and alleged misdirection of the project.
As the academic year approaches, the University of Pretoria implements enhanced security measures to ensure the safety of its students and staff, including real-time surveillance and partnerships with local authorities.
William Maphutha, head of Education for the Bapedi Kingdom, criticises the delays in establishing a Mining University in Sekhukhune, promising accountability for those responsible.
The kingdom claims that TUT Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Tinyiko Maluleke, hijacked the project despite a 2021 memorandum of understanding between the two entities.
Learners from Soshanguve and surrounding primary schools will benefit from this centre that will ensure early exposure to science and technology, as well as prepare Grade R learners for future success.
As the 2024 Student Representative Council (SRC) elections are under way in South African higher learning institutions, the Economic Freedom Fighters Student Command (EFFSC) is intensifying its campaign efforts to secure victories across the country
It is alleged that in May 2021, the Kingdom and TUT signed the MOU at the Royal house in Sekhukhune to build a campus that would accommodate students who would be interested in enrolling in mining related studies.
August 14, 2024 marks 40 years since Hendrick Matikweni Nkuna, one of the keystones of student activism, was killed in 1984.
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) will dedicate the month of August – Women’s Month – to the acknowledgement and foregrounding of the resilience of South African women
In a groundbreaking move that has set a new standard for music competitions in South Africa, Dr Roland Moses, a renowned jazz pianist and lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Department of Performing Arts (Faculty of Arts and Design), has spearheaded the Yamaha Young Soloist Music Competition, a competition like no other.
This collaboration aims to align, accredit, register, and deliver a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Affairs and African Governance, marking a significant milestone for education and governance on the African continent.
Dr Nobuhle Nkabane, formerly the deputy minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, has been appointed as the new minister of Higher Education.
The troupe of South African artists, including Masango, brings a fresh and critical perspective to American history. They challenge the traditional narrative where the white-hatted cowboy is seen as the hero who tames the Wild West, often glossing over the brutal realities of genocide against indigenous peoples.
The City of Tshwane is working hard to solve its long-standing water and sanitation problems by partnering with the National Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS).
The launch of the Intel AI Career Tech Centre marks a significant milestone in the partnership between TUT and Intel, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in September last year
ANC leaders, like Panyaza Lesufi, visit Gauteng churches for election support, raising skepticism over political motives. Analysts caution against exploiting churches for political gain, urging integrity in the relationship.
Fans, followers, and industry mates of the late comedian and DJ, Peter Mashata Mabusa, have flooded to social media to express their condolences following his tragic death in Soshanguve, Pretoria, in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Trouble is on the horizon for the higher education sector as students decry the resumption of irregularly appointed financial service providers, for direct payment of students’ allowances. While universities are still in recess, complaints from student beneficiaries of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) have started cropping up over the delayed payment of student allowances since the scheme once more began using the four service providers.
University spokesperson Phaphama Tshisikhawe said the university was waiting for an official report from the SAPS regarding the circumstances that led to the student’s untimely death.
Party tried to get info at Government Pensions Administration Agency
This after chaos erupted around the Witbank police station this week following the death of Thabelo Mbau, 22, who was allegedly attacked by police at the Khayalethu student residence at the Emalahleni campus on Friday.
In addition to financial aid, chosen students will supposedly have the chance to get practical experience by working part-time or in community service positions at Dis-Chem’s in-store clinic network.
While the accommodation cap was dropped from R45 000 to R41 000, the acting chairperson said the decision was informed by a research study conducted.
We were hoping he would initiate the conversation on creating by-laws to better direct funds because as it is now there are no streams of accountability.