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“As we dive into this wonderful season of reflection, renewal, and hope, I just wanted to take a moment to wish each of you a very Happy Easter from all of us at the university! Easter is such a beautiful reminder of new beginnings, grace, and the incredible resilience of the human spirit. As spring brings warmth and rebirth, I hope this time fills your days with peace, joy, and a refreshed sense of purpose alongside your loved ones. For those travelling during the Easter break, we are keeping you in our thoughts and hoping for your safe journey. Here is a lovely blessing to carry with you: “May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be always at your back. May the sunshine warm upon your face, and rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm

The three-segment World Intellectual Property Day (WIPD) celebration started at the University on 16 April 2025 and will end at the same venue on 25 April 2025. MUT is hosting this annual event, whose media launch on 16 April was well covered by provincial and national media. The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) was organised by MUT and the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) through the National Intellectual Property Management Office (NIPMO); CIPC; Department of Trade and Industry and Competition; the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA); the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (SEDFA); Durban University of Technology; University of Zululand; University of KwaZulu-Natal; and the Durban Film Office (DFO), some of whose representatives were present at the event. The theme for celebrating the event this year is: “Intellectual Property and Music – Feel the beat.” The aim is to highlight the critical role that Intellectual Property (IP)

Welcoming the media and guests at the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) funded World Intellectual Property Day media launch on 16 April 2025, the University’s Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Nokuthula Sibiya, told the attendees of the importance of intellectual property in the economy, and on a personal level to those that create things. The theme for the 2025 edition of the annual event is “Intellectual Property and Music – Feel the beat.” The aim is to highlight the critical role that Intellectual Property (IP) plays in South Africa’s dynamic music industry, which has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. Professor Sibiya gave the musicians a commitment that MUT and its partners would protect the artists from being exploited for their inventions. Prof Sibiya was adding to what other speakers had said about how artists are treated. The university has an office that deals with IP-related issues. The exploitation of

The excitement at the University continues to build as more of our outstanding academics receive prestigious NRF ratings! Recently, we celebrated a remarkable achievement: Professor Papy Numbi from the Department of Electrical Engineering has skyrocketed from a Y2 to a C2 rating. This leap showcases his remarkable progress from the lowest to a middle-tier rating, highlighting his dedication and hard work. But that was not all. Dr Courage Mlambo from the Department of Public Administration and Economics also received a notable C3 rating, adding to the growing list of our esteemed researchers making waves in their fields. Now, it’s time to shine the spotlight on Dr. Karishma Singh. As a passionate Lecturer in the Faculty of Applied and Health Sciences’ Department of Nature Conservation, she has proudly attained a Y2 rating. This recognition signifies her immense potential, recognised by most reviewers, showcasing her promising research output. Responding to the fantastic

While everyone at the University may be thinking about the long weekend, the staff charged with organising the annual graduation ceremony are forging ahead with their plans. On 15 April 2025, a week before the beginning of the graduation ceremonies, the organising team, under the leadership of the Acting Registrar, Zolisa Gqamane, met for the last time to talk about what still needed to be done. The team, composed of the Registrar’s office, the Department of Marketing and Communications, Protection Services, Operations, Information Technology and networks, and Infrastructure, took a walk to the Seme Hall, where the event will occur. The team also checked other areas that needed their attention. Gqamane said they met to tie up the loose ends, “to ensure that the event goes off without any glitches from 22 to 24 April 2025”.  Gqamane, who oversees the event for the first time as a Registrar, has been

Come 2026, Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) will be guided by a new strategic plan—one shaped through the collective voice of its people. This new direction is the result of an extensive and inclusive consultation process, driven by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Nokuthula Sibiya and her Executive Management Committee (EMC) and implemented by the Directorate of Institutional Planning and Research (DIPR), under the leadership of Dr Liile Lekena-Bayaga, Acting Senior Director. The final internal stakeholder consultation took place on 16 April 2025, marking the close of a rigorous series of engagements that spanned weeks and brought together staff and students from all corners of the Institution. “This was our last session, aimed specifically at accommodating those unable to attend earlier meetings due to other commitments. We wanted to ensure that everyone who wished to contribute had the opportunity to do so,” said Dr Lekena-Bayaga. What emerged from these sessions

The airwaves at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) are buzzing with fresh energy as MUT Radio officially welcomed its newest cohort of volunteers for the 2025/26 season. On 11 April 2025, an induction session was held at the MUT HR Boardroom to introduce eight dynamic students selected following a highly competitive talent search in March. With over 30 passionate applicants vying for a spot on the University’s official radio platform, only the most promising voices and creative minds made the final cut. The new team are a  diverse group of individuals; there are news reporters, show presenters, content creators and technical producers, each ready to leave their mark on campus broadcasting. “This year’s talent search uncovered some truly remarkable potential,” said Ntokozo Buthelezi, MUT Radio Technical Manager.  “We’re excited to guide these young individuals as they begin their journey in the world of radio.” Following the formal induction, a warm

The number of students who come to collect their graduation tickets is growing, reflecting how seriously they are taking the looming rite of passage called graduation. Nearly 3,000 students from the University’s three faculties will graduate from 22 to 24 April 2025 at its iconic Seme Hall. One of these students will be the Student Representative Council Religious, Art and Culture Officer, Sobuhle Nkabinde. Nkabinde, from Nkandla’s Thalaneni, in northern KwaZulu-Natal, will graduate with an Advanced Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting. This is Nkabinde’s second graduation from the University. He said he found studying “challenging, but through hard work and dedication, I made it,” Nkabinde said. Two other students who collected their tickets also from north of KwaZulu-Natal with Nkabinde were Nomvelo Ntuli from Eshowe and Luyanda Mathenjwa, from Esikhawini, also in north of KwaZulu-Natal. Ntuli, who said she had “the best year at MUT”, will graduate with an

The staff from various University departments that deal with personnel, student and financial matters will now be more effective in executing their duties. From 7 to 9 April 2025, these staff members attended a workshop run by ADAPT IT, an IT company.  Staff were empowered with additional knowledge on the use of the ITS system. Nkosana Jijimba, a business analyst from the Department of Information Technology and Networks, said they had identified that staff from these departments needed to know more about the ITS system so they would be able to offer more services to their clients. “ITS has many layers that staff may not have been aware of. We looked at all three functional areas of the system, namely Student Systems, Finance, HR and Payroll, Space and HEMIS,” said Jijimba. Jijimba said ADAP IT worked with all affected departments to identify areas where the staff needed improvement. “During the

Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) will host the 2025 edition of the World Intellectual Property Day celebration. The event has three segments. On 16 April, the University will host the first segment, the Media Launch, at its main campus in Umlazi Township, Durban. On 24 April, MUT will host the second segment of the event, the Roadshow, at Durban’s Botanic Gardens. MUT will host the World Intellectual Property Day celebration at its main campus. World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) designated 26 April to celebrate Intellectual Property (IP). However, the 2025 edition of the event will be held a day before, as the designated day is a Saturday. These events are organised by the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), in collaboration with the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) through the National Intellectual Property Management Office (NIPMO); Department of Trade and Industry and Competition; the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA);