MUT hosted its 2026 Wellness Day on campus on 22 October 2026, providing staff members with a dedicated space to slow down, assess one’s health status, and prioritise one’s overall personal well-being. Opening the event, Senior Director of Human Resources and Development, Sipho Mgedezi, delivered a warm welcome to the University community, urging employees to take active responsibility for their health to sustain both their personal life and professional commitments. “We spend so much time taking care of our work, chasing deadlines, and our daily responsibilities. However, today is dedicated entirely to taking care of you,” Mgedezi stated, reminding staff that a productive institution relies fundamentally on healthy individuals.
Referencing a famous quote by the late actor Robert Urich: “A healthy outside starts from the inside,” Mgedezi encouraged staff members to know their health status through practical wellness checks and holistic activities.
Throughout the event, attendees participated in a variety of tailored offerings, including comprehensive health screenings, which provided assessments to monitor key health indicators. There were movement and fitness sessions. These were guided physical activities designed to boost energy and promote active living. There were designated zones for relaxation and mental well-being away from daily work stressors to provide quiet spaces and mental recharge.
The successful execution of Wellness Day 2026 was made possible through a collaborative effort involving internal University departments and external partners. Mgedezi expressed deep gratitude to key internal stakeholders, which were the Campus Clinic, Sports and Recreation, and Marketing and Communications, for their pivotal roles in coordinating the day’s activities. He further acknowledged the external service providers, sponsors, and partners whose participation ensured the University community received comprehensive health and wellness services.
What was outstanding about this year’s Wellness Day, was that the students were allowed to visit the SANBS stand and donate blood. “The shortage of blood still persists,” said Lizwi Masondo, who said they were happy that the students that donated blood are in the SANBS database.
Some of the service providers were Discovery Health, Bonitas, Simeka Health, Standard Bank, Sanlam/Group Life, NTRF, SAfrican and Lyra SA.