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FEF Alumni Chapter welcomes new committee to drive engagements
The Alumni Relations Office and the Faculty of Economics and Finance (FEF) have welcomed the newly elected FEF Alumni Chapter committee members, who will lead alumni engagement initiatives following the chapter's launch on 17 September 2026 at the Tshwane University of Technology's Ga-Rankuwa Campus.
TUT solar team clinches 2026 Sasol Solar Challenge win
The Tshwane University of Technology’s (TUT’s) SunChaser 4 has won top honours in the 2026 Sasol Solar Challenge.
Heritage Month 2026: Reimagining our Heritage - Building an Entrepreneurial Future
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Hacker Society inspires young women in tech
The Women in Tech & Leadership event recently brought together students, technology professionals, industry advocates, entrepreneurs and members of the university community for discussions on technology, leadership, career development and personal growth. Hosted by the Hacker Society, a student structure under the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), the event recently took place at the Soshanguve South Campus.
Prof Topside Mathonsi earns NRF Y2 rating
A growing research profile built on postgraduate supervision, research leadership, scholarly productivity and work that addresses real-world challenges has earned Prof Topside Mathonsi, Head of the Department of Information Technology (IT) at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), a Y2 rating from the National Research Foundation (NRF).
Novex’s Sasezola takes South African music by storm
The amazing amapiano DJ, producer and songwriter, Mashdud Lucky Semenya, popularly known as Novex, is making waves in the South African music industry, radio and social media following the release of his single Sasezola.
Talented trio redefines advertising in South Africa’s transit hubs
In the bustling heart of South Africa’s transport network, the minibus taxi rank, a new digital revolution is taking place. While commuters wait, they are increasingly greeted by dynamic, high-tech digital advertising boards. But are these screens effective at capturing attention and cementing brand recall?
All Roads Lead to TUT’s 5th Annual Future of Work Dialogue
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)’s Institute for the Future of Work (IFOW) has officially announced its 5th Annual Future of Work Dialogue. The high-profile event will take place from 30 September to 01 October 2026 at The Maslow Hotel, Time Square, Menlyn Maine.
Excellence on display as faculty honours its top achievers
Academic excellence and outstanding achievements by staff and students were celebrated in style during the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology’s (ICT) annual Top Achievers Awards ceremony, held on 8 September at The Olympus Manor.
TUT’s SunChaser 4 wins Sasol Solar Challenge 2026
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) was crowned the champions of the Sasol Solar Challenge 2026, with its SunChaser 4 successfully completing the 2 369.2-km journey from Sasolburg to Paarl in the Western Cape.