Nzuza is a Chef and Kitchen Supervisor as well as a grandmother who worked hard and succeeded against all odds despite losing her only son during her studies.
She was encouraged by her mentor Mr John Aritho who helped her with assignments and encouraged her to complete her degree. Aritho’s mother graduated at the age of 79 years and this encouraged Nzuza.
She plans to register for a postgraduate degree in Labour Law, going on to a Masters.
PhD student in Social Sciences Mr Sanele Gamede hopes that his second book, Finishing your Qualification in Record Time, a Student Guide will assist learners and students.
Ms Sonke Magadlela, who graduated from UKZN with a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree, says she learned a lot about human behaviour during her studies and now feels equipped with the necessary skills to take on leadership roles in her community.
Clinical Sociologist in the School of Social Sciences Dr Mariam Seedat-Khan has created an online platform to help teachers and parents find digital resources and learning tools for their learners and children to use during the lockdown. Adults can also use it to learn a new language, enrol in an online course or develop new skills.
UKZN and the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which will create opportunities for students to acquire skills in monitoring, evaluating and researching issues related to human settlements.