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Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) is firmly on track to deliver a seamless graduation season, following a high-level planning session convened by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and Learning, Professor Marcus Ramogale with the Special Graduation Committee. Held on 9 April 2026, the meeting brought together members of the Executive Management Committee (EMC), senior management, and heads of key support services. The session focused on ensuring alignment across all operational areas, while rigorously working through risk mitigation measures to guarantee a smooth and dignified graduation experience. With 3,061 graduates set to be conferred, the University has demonstrated a high level of preparedness. Professor Ramogale emphasised the importance of precision, coordination, and accountability, underscoring his commitment to excellence in execution. If it were entirely up to him, he noted, every aspect of the ceremonies would run flawlessly. Yet, in a move that reflects both strategic awareness and institutional discipline, he also highlighted

This year, MUT will confer qualifications on 3,061 graduates during a tightly scheduled three-day graduation programme, which requires precise coordination and disciplined execution. The 2026 graduation will take place at MUT’s Seme Hall from 21-23 April. On 21 April, the Faculty of Engineering will graduate 523 students from 9h00 to 12h00, followed by a second session in the afternoon, during which 580 graduates will be conferred between 13h30 and 16h00. On 22 April, the Faculty of Management Sciences will take centre stage, with 525 graduates in the morning session and 434 graduates in the evening ceremony. The final day, 23 April, will begin with 580 graduates from Management Sciences in the morning session, followed by 481 graduates from the Faculty of Applied and Health Sciences in the evening. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and Learning, Professor Marcus Ramogale emphasised the importance of meticulous planning and cross-functional coordination, noting the intensity of

Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) has taken a step into a new era of branding with the launch of its vibrant corporate identity templates; all part of the dynamic IGNITE 2030 strategy. Spearheaded by the innovative Marketing and Communications (MarComms) Directorate, this groundbreaking initiative is set to supercharge the University’s presence, ensuring a unified, compelling voice across all its communications. Imagine a world where every email signature, Word document, social media branding, and PowerPoint presentation echoes the energy of IGNITE 2030! These newly minted templates are a powerful statement of MUT’s commitment to a cohesive and impactful identity that resonates with its IGNITE 2030. “We aim for absolute brand consistency! A singular look and feel that represents our incredible University across every touchpoint,” declared Mbali Mkhize, Senior Director: MarComms, reflecting the enthusiasm behind this extraordinary launch. “We are aligning MUT’s visual identity with its core strategy. The University is poised

MUT has appointed Professor Bhekisipho Twala as an Interim Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Resources and Planning.  Professor Twala said he was stepping into the role at what he described as a “pivotal moment” for the Institution. A globally recognised artificial intelligence scientist, and digital transformation strategist, Professor Twala brings more than two decades of experience in higher education leadership, research, and technology. Professor holds a PhD in Applied and Theoretical Machine Learning from The Open University. He has been ranked among the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists for five consecutive years. Explaining his decision to join MUT, Professor Twala said the choice was “not difficult” but deeply intentional. He highlighted the University’s strong community roots and its focus on technical and vocational education as key factors. “I came because it presented the most meaningful opportunity,” he noted, adding that MUT’s potential for growth and transformation aligned closely with his career focus

The Committee for South African Solidarity, based in Berkeley, San Francisco Bay Area, U.S., has announced that the Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT), its partner, will play a central role in its upcoming Day of Solidarity on 25 April 2026. The Institution has been selected in recognition of its significant contributions to COSAS programmes over the past year. As part of the preparations, Dr Mfanozelwe Shozi, Deputy Director: CEAD at MUT,  participated in a recorded interview facilitated by COSAS Administrative Assistant Tsarina Secyugu and Chiedu Ufoegbune. The discussion explored MUT’s impact on students and the surrounding community, as well as its broader social mission. Having grown up in a rural area, Dr Shozi said he was drawn to MUT because it primarily serves students from rural communities, townships, and informal settlements. He emphasised his commitment to addressing socio-economic inequalities and empowering disadvantaged communities through education. Highlighting MUT’s historical significance, Dr

The Department of Community Extension has stepped in to address a growing hunger crisis affecting schools in Umlazi Township, launching a project to support vulnerable learners through sustainable food production. The initiative, which focuses on providing fresh produce to local schools, is part of the department’s broader effort to ease food insecurity in the community. According to Balu Nxasane, the project has been officially registered under Mangosuthu University Community Engagement and Development Division (CEAD), ensuring institutional backing and coordination. Nxasane explained that the department is working closely with several primary schools across Umlazi to establish and maintain food gardens. These gardens are designed to supply fresh, organic vegetables for use in school feeding schemes, helping improve the nutritional value of meals provided to learners. “The main aim of this project is to augment feeding schemes, ensuring that schools get fresh organic vegetables when preparing food for learners, while also stimulating

A dangerous stretch of the Mangosuthu Highway near KwaMnyandu Mall, where a two-lane road narrows into a single lane near a busy traffic light intersection, has long posed challenges for motorists and nearby residents. Now attention is also turning to a growing environmental concern just metres away, a landslide threatening part of Umgijimi Primary School. After some heavy rains a few years ago, a section of the land between the school and the highway was destabilised, triggering a landslide that raised safety concerns for learners, staff, and the surrounding community. The school’s proximity to a road reserve already prone to soil movement has compounded the risk. However, relief may be on the horizon. Students and staff from the Civil Engineering and Surveying departments at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) recently conducted a comprehensive survey of the area as part of a hands-on training initiative to address the issue. According to

Mangosuthu University of Technology showcased a range of pioneering innovations developed by its researchers at South Africa Innovation Week (SAIW), that took place in Nasrec, Johannesburg, from 16 to 20 March 2026. Dr Mandla Hlongwane, Deputy Director: Technology Transfer Office (TTO) in the Research directorate, said that the exhibition forms part of the University’s ongoing commitment to advancing research and innovation that address real-world challenges, while contributing to economic development and sustainability. Also involved in the initiative were Makhosi Cebekhulu and Portia Dlamini, both from the TTO. Their main goal is to connect researchers with potential funders, industry stakeholders, and innovation partners. The platform provides valuable opportunities to foster collaboration and accelerate the commercialisation of locally developed technologies. Among the MUT innovations on display at Nasrec was the ‘Organic Herbicide’. This is an environmentally friendly solution aimed at sustainable agriculture. There was also a ‘Ceiling in a Can’, a novel

The Office of the Registrar at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) reaffirmed this week its commitment to working with the MUT Council to lay a foundation for ethical leadership and good governance. Senior and middle managers participated in an engaging and reflective ethics training workshop facilitated by globally respected ethics expert Professor Deon Rossouw. Professor Rossouw, CEO of The Ethics Institute (Pretoria), Governance Associate, Extraordinary Professor of Philosophy at Stellenbosch University, and Chairperson of the International Banknote Ethics Initiative, on 30 March 2026, brought both depth and practical relevance to the session, positioning ethics as a critical enabler of institutional excellence. Anchoring the workshop in the timeless golden rule, ‘do unto others as you would have them do unto you’, Professor Rossouw emphasised that ethics is not theoretical, but lived daily through decisions, conduct, and relationships. He further unpacked how King V elevates ethical leadership as a cornerstone of governance,