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South Africa’s skills crisis won’t be solved while TVET graduates are forced to start over
Press Release Date: 10 September 2026 South Africa’s skills crisis won’t be solved while TVET graduates are forced to start over
Prof PLO Lumumba challenges African universities to reclaim knowledge,technology and the future
“Renowned Pan-African thought leader Prof PLO Lumumba challenged African universities to build research capacity, embrace technological sovereignty and drive Africa’s development through innovation.” “09 September 2026 | Story by: Nontobeko Moimane | Picture: Keitumetse Mokgope“ 4 minutes read time. Prof PLO Lumumba challenged African universities to create knowledge, technology and solutions
Prof Nyna Amin urges universities to become civic anchors at VUT Teaching and Learning Conference
“Prof Nyna Amin urged universities to move beyond rankings and become civic anchors driving innovation, inclusion and social impact at the VUT conference.” 09 September 2026 | Story by: Sadiki Siphiwe | Picture: Keitumetse Mokgope 6 minutes read time. Prof Nyna Amin urges universities to look beyond global rankings and
A person is a person through others – including AI
“Dr Julie Lindsay challenged educators to rethink AI in education, exploring human-AI collaboration, global learning and human agency at the VUT Teaching and Learning Conference 2026.” 09 September 2026 | Story by: Qhawekazi Memani | Picture: Siphephelo Dlamini 5 minutes read time. Dr Julie Lindsay explores the role of AI in
Student success and human connection must shape the future of higher education
“Njo Makapela-Cikizwa has called for a more inclusive, flexible and human-centred approach to higher education, with responsible AI supporting rather than replacing student thinking.” 09 September 2026 | Story by: Qhawekazi Memani| Picture: Keitumetse Mokgope 5 minutes read time. Ms Njo Makapela-Cikizwa delivers her presentation during VUTTLC 2026, focusing on student
Why customary law deserves a stronger place in South African legal education
“VUT legal advisor Mr Moeketsi Mashiloane says universities must better integrate customary law into legal education to prepare graduates for South Africa’s plural legal system.” 09 September 2026 | Story by: Qhawekazi Memani | Picture: Keitumetse Mokgope 3 minutes read time. Mr Moeketsi Mashiloane explores the role of customary law in