The founding Director of the Research directorate, Dr Anette Mienie, has been profiled by a local newspaper. The Courier has paid tribute to Dr Mienie for her leadership in steering the directorate for 25 years. The following is the tribute by the paper. ‘We are proud to celebrate Dr Anette Mienie, Director of Research at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) and an active contributor to the SANORD and SASUF+ network advancing research at MUT, who was recently honoured for her 25 years of impactful research and leadership at MUT.”
Recognised in The Courier and profiled by the University as one of the Women in Pioneering Research at MUT, Dr Mienie’s career stands as a testament to long-term commitment, academic excellence, and the power of inclusive research leadership.
Over the past two and a half decades, Dr Mienie has played a pivotal role in building MUT’s research capacity, fostering innovation, and creating opportunities for meaningful collaboration—locally, nationally, and internationally. Through her involvement in SASUF, SANORD, and SAHDIA, Dr Mienie has been instrumental in helping MUT connect with partner universities across the Nordic countries, the USA, Africa and the global north, amplifying the voice and impact of universities of technology within global research dialogues.
“True innovation comes from collaboration rooted in mutual respect and shared purpose,” Dr. Mienie shared in her recent profile. Dr Mienie’s recognition highlights not only her personal achievements, but also the broader transformation taking place at MUT. Dr Mienie’s leadership continues to inspire emerging researchers—especially women—to pursue excellence and equity in science, technology, and innovation.
MUT congratulates Dr Mienie on this remarkable milestone and look forward to her continued contributions to building a more connected and sustainable future through all the various networks.