Today marks an extraordinary moment as you turn the page to a brand new chapter in your life story. This day is a celebration of your hard work, resilience, and the unwavering determination that has brought you to this proud milestone. Watching you cross the stage is the highlight of our academic year, and a wonderful tribute to your perseverance.
Pursuing an academic journey is never easy – it takes discipline, grit, and a steadfast commitment to your dreams. From the very moment you earned your place at CPUT (a university that receives over half a million applications each year) you have demonstrated that you have what it takes to succeed. However, this achievement is not yours alone, it is shared with your family, friends, spouses, and children. They have cheered you on, supported you through late nights and early mornings, and never stopped believing in your potential. Let the joyful celebrations in this hall echo the collective pride felt by everyone who has been part of your journey.
BOODSKAP VAN DIE VISEKANSELIER
Vandag word gekenmerk deur ‘n buitengewone oomblik soos elkeen wat gradueer die bladsy omblaai na die begin van ‘n nuwe hoofstuk in julle lewensverhale. Hierdie geleentheid vier julle harde werk, toewyding en volharding. Om te aanskou hoe julle grade ontvang, is die perfekte hoogtepunt van ons akademiese jaar, en getuig van julle vermoë om te volhard.
Die reis om by ‘n universiteit te studeer, is nooit maklik nie, en verg dissipline sowel as veerkragtigheid. Julle het uitstaande toewyding gedemonstreer deur koers te hou en in die toekoms te belê. Hierdie vasbeslote ingesteldheid het sigbaar geword die
oomblik toe elkeen van julle by KSUT – ‘n institusie met jaarliks meer as ‘n halwe miljoen aansoeke – aanvaar is. Hierdie prestasie behoort nie net aan julle nie, maar word gedeel deur die familie-lede, ouers, wederhelftes en kinders wat julle deurlopend ondersteun het. Mag die uitbundige toejuiging wat hierdie saal vul, ons herinner aan hierdie kollektiewe trots van almal wat deel was van julle reis.
Hierdie jaar se reeks gradeplegtighede is besonder betekenisvol, aangesien ons ‘n Ere-doktersgraad toeken aan die uittredende Kommissaris van die Suid-Afrikaanse Inkomstediens, Edward Kieswetter. Hy is
This year’s graduation series is especially meaningful as we award an Honorary Doctorate to the outgoing Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service, Edward Kieswetter. He is one of our very own alumni, and his remarkable career is a shining example of where a CPUT education can lead.
As CPUT approaches its 21-year milestone, we encourage you to stay connected, whether through the Convocation, mentoring, or creating opportunities for future students. Remember, learning is a lifelong endeavour, and today is only the beginning.
Vice-Chancellor
Prof Chris Nhlapo
een van ons eie alumni. Sy merkwaardige loopbaan is ‘n skitterende voorbeeld na waar ‘n KSUT-opleiding mens kan neem.
Terwyl KSUT se 21-jaar mylpaal nader, moedig ons julle aan om betrokke te bly aan die hand van formele strukture soos die Konvokasie, as mentore op te tree, of toekomstige gegradueerdes te ondersteun deur middel van werksgeleenthede. Ten slotte, onthou dat ‘n lewenslange leerproses die sleutel is tot volhoubare sukses –vandag is net die begin.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this book; however, the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.
Alles moontlik is gedoen om seker te maak dat die inligting in hierdie boek korrek is. Die Universiteit behou hom egter die reg voor om te eniger tyd, indien die omstandighede dit vereis, veranderinge aan enige van die gepubliseerde besonderhede aan te bring.
The final published versions of the Autumn Graduation 2026 booklets can be found on the CPUT website at: https://www.cput.ac.za/student/quick-links/graduation/graduation-programme
UNIVERSITY COUNCIL
BALKARAN, R (Prof), D. P Admin
BANGISO, A (Mr), SRC Secretary General
CULLINAN, PM (Mr), MA
DONDASHE, N (Ms), BCom Hons, IndPsy
FAKU, S (Mr), MSc
FISA, S (Mr), MBA
GELA, L (Mr), SRC President
GROENEWALD, L (Dr), PhD
GUMBI, D (Mr), LLM; MBA
KRISHNAMURTHY, S (Prof), PhD
MAHARAJ, S (Mr), CA (SA)
MAPENA, WL (Dr), PhD
MAPUKATA, I (Mr), BTech
MASHWANYELA, C (Mr), MTech
MATIWANE, S (Mr), Hons, MBA
UNIVERSITY OFFICE BEARERS
CHANCELLOR
FIGAJI, B (Prof), DLitt; DEd
CHAIRPERSON OF COUNCIL
PLATZKY, L (Dr), PhD
DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON OF COUNCIL
GUMBI, D (Mr), LLM
VICE-CHANCELLOR
NHLAPO, C (Prof), PhD
FACULTY DEANS
FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
KIOKO, J (Prof), PhD
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
MAKHITHA, K (Prof), PhD
DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR: LEARNING AND TEACHING
BALKARAN, R (Prof), D. P Admin
DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR: RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION AND PARTNERSHIPS
SHELDON, M (Prof), DTech
DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR: OPERATIONS
HAY-SWEMMER, H (Prof), PhD (Acting)
McMAHON, I (Mr), NSC
NGQONDI, T (Prof), PhD
NHLAPO, C (Prof), PhD
PLATZKY, L (Dr), PhD
RAJI, A (A/Prof), PhD
SCHREUDER, BK (Mr), MEd
VABAZA-MVANDABA, A (Ms), CA (SA)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR
HAY-SWEMMER, H (Prof), PhD
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: FINANCE
DACA, M (Mr), CA (SA)
REGISTRAR
MASALA, PP (Dr), PhD
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
MJI, A (Prof), DEd
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
RAMSUROOP, S (Prof), PhD
FACULTY OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS SCIENCES
BROOKS, N (A/Prof), PhD
FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN
NGQONDI, T (Prof), PhD
The audience is requested to stand while the academic procession enters and leaves the hall.
Volgorde van verrigtinge
Die gehoor word versoek om te staan terwyl die akademiese prosessie die saal binnekom en verlaat.
Title: The influence of cultural lag on integration of Artificial Intelligence in a software development company in the Western Cape, South Africa Supervisor: Dr K Ohei
DOCTOR
PHILOSOPHY IN INFORMATICS
MENDONCA, Hedvig Nyanyukweni Kakoko
Title: A framework for the integration of a mobile technologyenabled platform with the justice system services to empower rural communities in Namibia Supervisor: Prof T Iyamu
NGESIMANI, Nomputumo Linah
Title: The impact of digital technology on healthcare facilities in a South African Eastern Cape rural environment
Supervisor: Dr ER Francke
SETTLEY, Chantal
Title: Person- and family-centred support services for affected persons supporting substance-dependent individuals: A technology-enabled intervention approach
Supervisors: A/Prof R De la Harpe; A/Prof K Jooste; Dr B Kabaso
FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN INFORMATICS
HEDVIG NYANYUKWENI KAKOKO MENDONCA
Master of Information Technology SUPERVISOR
Prof Tiko Iyamu
TITLE: A FRAMEWORK FOR THE INTEGRATION OF A MOBILE TECHNOLOGYENABLED PLATFORM WITH THE JUSTICE SYSTEM SERVICES TO EMPOWER RURAL COMMUNITIES IN NAMIBIA
Despite the existence of numerous information technology (IT) collaborative tools, rural communities in Namibia are increasingly delayed or denied justice, which is significantly contributing to the crime rate in the country. The problem has two detrimental implications: it affects the mental health of victims of criminality, and it derails the economy of the environment, primarily because of investors’ skepticism. This leaves a gap for empirical research. Hedvig Mendonca problematised the challenge and applied a sociotechnical theory, actor-network theory (ANT), to underpin the study and provide a technology-based solution. Ms Mendoca developed a framework that can be used to integrate a mobile technology-enabled platform with the Justice system’s services in Namibia to empower rural communities. Until now, no such solution has been developed in the country. Two research papers have been published, and three are under review with international journal outlets.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN INFORMATICS
NOMPUTUMO
LINAH NGESIMANI
Master of Technology: Information Technology SUPERVISOR Dr Errol Francke
TITLE: THE IMPACT OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY ON HEALTHCARE FACILITIES IN A SOUTH AFRICAN EASTERN CAPE RURAL ENVIRONMENT
Digital technology is reshaping rural healthcare by enabling faster information sharing, remote support, and improved service coordination, yet evidence from South Africa’s Eastern Cape remains limited. This qualitative study examined how digital technology affects rural healthcare facilities using a dual strategy design. A systematic literature review of global studies published between 2020 and 2024 yielded 55 eligible sources, and an exploratory multiple-case study generated interview data from four rural sites, involving 19 participants across clinical and administrative roles. Thematic analysis showed that facilities rely on eHealth, mHealth, telehealth, and telemedicine, alongside context-specific digital platforms. Findings also revealed persistent operational risks, including backlogs, duplicated, or lost records; and workflow disruption linked to unstable connectivity and power interruptions. A novel theme, Digital Health Enablers, emerged, capturing facility-level infrastructure solutions and informal practices that sustain use. The study contributes a replicable framework and guidance for targeted investment in connectivity, infrastructure, and capacity building. An article emanating from this research has been accepted for publication in a DHET-accredited journal.
FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN INFORMATICS
CHANTAL SETTLEY
MCur: Nursing Education SUPERVISOR
A/Prof Retha de la Harpe
CO-SUPERVISORS
A/Prof Karien Jooste; Dr Boniface Kabaso
TITLE: PERSON- AND FAMILY-CENTRED SUPPORT SERVICES FOR AFFECTED PERSONS SUPPORTING SUBSTANCE-DEPENDENT INDIVIDUALS: A TECHNOLOGY-ENABLED INTERVENTION APPROACH
This doctoral study investigates person- and family-centred support services (PFCSS) for individuals affected by substance dependency, focusing on the psychological wellbeing of affected persons (APs) who support substance-dependent individuals. Using a transdisciplinary approach integrating behavioural sciences, nursing informatics, and health informatics, the research developed a technology-enabled, peer-led social support intervention. Grounded in Antonovsky’s Sense of Coherence and Social Support theories, the study explored compromised lived experiences within underserved communities. Conducted in two phases – contextual inquiry and digital intervention co-design – the research utilised interpretive phenomenological analysis and participatory design to develop a WhatsApp-based support platform. The study contributes a novel methodological integration of phenomenological inquiry with digital intervention design, and advances eHealth strategies to strengthen resilience, improve accessibility, and enhance support for vulnerable populations affected by addiction.
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES AWARDED
THE FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
14:00 CEREMONY
DIPLOMA
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATON
ARRIES, Lekeshia
BANGISO, Lonwabo
BOKI, Zizo
BULWANA, Vuyiswa
COBOTWANE, Amanda
CUPIDO, Chavandre
DLADLOTI, Anganathi
DUBHA, Nyameko
FIKIZOLO, Azola
FUBA, Bongiwe
GABRIEL, Siphamandla Ivan Angula
GINGQI, Unathi
GOBINGCA, Wezo
GOBO, Ncumisa Lilly
GODONGWANA, Anovuyo
GONGOTHA, Yonda
GQOKOMA, Pholisa
GULWA, Nangamso
GWADZI, Lisakhanya
HARTOGH, Heinrico Keastin
HEUBNER, Luzette Mariaan
HLATSHWAYO, Carnatia
HLATSHWAYO, Nokwazi
HLWELE, Nokubonga
JACOBS, Shamierah
JALUBANE, Nokhanyo
JANTJIES, Liyema
KALASE, Sinalo
KAMTALA, Siyasanga
KONISI, Fikiswa
LAMB, Raphael Clyde
LINDINXIWA, Tembakazi
LIZA, Siyasanga
LOMBARD, Jolene
LUTHULI, Samkelisiwe
LUTHULI, Siphile
MACWABANA, Busiswa
MADOLO, Nolusindiso
MAHLOMBE, Zac
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
MAJIKIJELA, Andisiwe Cynthia
MAKALUZA, Ovayo
MAKARA, Mamosi Elsie
MAKINANA, Mihlali Shaun
MANKE, Qawelihle
MANTANGA, Nolubabalo Siphokuhle
MANTUNGWA, Mivuyo
MANZONI, Craig Mitchum
MAPIPA, Penelope Babalwa
MARAWU, Sesinalo
MASHILOANE, Mpho Lovers
MATIKANE, Uviwe Oluhle
MATROSE, Unathi
MESSINA, Jolene Sandra
MFOKAZI, Sinethemba
MGODI, Zandisa
MGOQI, Bulelwa Alicia
MGWEBA, Puleni
MKANGALA, Owethu
MKIWANE, Akhona
MKOKA, Masamkele
MOGANO, Mapogo Morwakgetja
Johannes
MOLOI, Phindile Christinah
MPANZA, Sazi Abahle
MPENGESI, Nqobile
MRWEBI, Thandokazi
MTOMBENI, Yandiswa
MVIMBI, Bongiwe
MWANZAMANDE, Ilunga Bill
NDAME, Yolanda
NDEYA, Zola
NDHLOVU, Nomsa
NDLEBE, Asanele
NDZOMBANE, Asemahle
NGHONA, Lisa
NGUBO, Anda
NKOSI, Hlobisile
NKUMANDA, Sibulele
NOBANDA, Thandeka
NODIDWA, Ziyanda
NQAYANA, Lelam
NTOYAKHE, Mihlali
NTUNJA, Pheliswa
NYALASILE, Zikhona
PAYI, Funeka
PETER, Asemahle
ROSS, Chantel
RUBU, Siwaphiwe
SAM, Asanda
SASMAN, Nuraan
SAULA, Phumza
SELOANE, Lethabo Mogoshadi
SHENXANE, Sihle Onika
SIBETHA, Fuzile
SIMAKADE, Sivuyise
SINYUKO, Sibukiwe
SOGA, Somila Grizelda
SOJADA, Nonkululeko
SOMDAKA, Angel Phiwa
SONGELWA, Pretty
STANDAAR, Aasief
STRAUSS, Sadassia Johnnique
THWALA, Athenkosi Sonia
TLHANYANE, Millicent Moleboheng
TSHALISI, Siphelenkosi
TUKU, Sinazo
TYIKA, Yolanda
UBISI, Lesego Hope
VOKOVI, Zusiphe
VUKWANA, Athandwe Natalie
WALUWALU, Anezwa
XHANTI, Thembisa
ZEMBE, Zukhanye
ZILIMBOLA, Lomso
ZWELONKE, Anele
TOURISM MANAGEMENT
ANTONIO, Georgette Moises
ARENDSE, Caitlin Fianca
BAM, Amahle
BOOYSEN, Anathi
BOTANISI, Babalwa
BUSO, Siyanela
CHAUKE, Portia
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES AWARDED
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
CHAUKE, Thabiso Thuso
CLOETE, Rosalia Dedrey
DASHA, Sesethu
DIKO, Amahle
DYONASE, Yolani
FALTEIN, Liyema Asisipho
FIGLAN, Olona Bandile William
FININI, Lilitha Carol
FUNDISI, Songezo
GOQWENI, Sesona
GXANASE, Yonela Precious
GXULU, Sharon Aviwe
HENDRICKS, Asiah
HIGA, Lisakhanya
HLANGABEZO, Anelisa
HLOMA, Siyanda
JASON, Alicia
JOJI, Zanele
JOSEPH, Chrizaan Aaliyah
KHAN, Amaarah
KHANYILE, Olwethu
KHUKHU, Lwazi
KHUMALO, Surprise Nomhle
KHWELEMTHINI, Yamkela
LEDINGOANE, Kenanao
LENGISI, Buhle
LESOLE, Kamohelo Keabetswe
Crystal
MAFENUKA, Nosipho
MAGADLA, Siphosethu
MAGOPA, Tsholofelo Hope
MANDA, Shudan Bridgette
MANYINYI, Eyona
MASHELE, Vhusi
MATSANENG, Rehauhetswe
Boitumelo
MAVABA, Oyame
MAYABA, Yamkela Belinda
MBANYANA, Yandisa
MBONGWANA, Esihle
MBOOI, Zusiphe
MBUTHUMA, Nwabisa
MDASHE, Zenande Edwina
MDULI, Tandile Hope
MEMBOI, Joshua
MJWARA, Sbaningi
MKENKEZI, Emihle Nicole
MLISANA, Afika
MOKAKOLA, Thembinkosi Prismond
MONDHLANE, Keneilwe
MONGWE, Oriel
MONISI, Tsakani Elizabeth
MOROKA, Cassious Matlhatsi
MOTHIBEDI, Thatohatsi
MPAWU, Mihlali Dempho
MPIKO, Othandekayo
MQUQO, Zethu
MSIKAVANHU, Ripfumelo Tinashe Tashly
MSINDWANA, Sandisiwe
MVULA, Simamkele Lithe-Tha **
NCAPAYI, Lukhanyo
NDUM-NDUM, Lukholo
NDUNG’U, Wothaya Yvonne
NGALWA, Esihle
NGAM, Aphelele
NGCOBO, Samukelo
NGONGO, Aphiwe
NJOVANE, Kholosa
NKOSI, Khanyisile Angel
NOBELA, Senzo Maxwell
NOKHUBELA, Andiphile
NOZA, Siphosethu Tania
NTSUKUMBINI, Siviwe
PHILANDER, Emilia
PHILLIP, Emihle Coleen
RAMAKALIMA, Reabetswe
RAMMUSI, Tshiamo
ROLIHLAHLA, Lukhanyiso Augustine
RUITERS, Marsha
SERUMULA, Soek Sewela
SGONYELA, Siyamthemba
SHUPING, Semakaleng Rebecca
SIBIYA, Amahle Olwethu
SIBIYA, Devron Narietor
SIBUYI, Hlulani
SIKHUTSHWA, Xolelwa
SITHOLE, Xoliswa
SITSHAKA, Lwanele
SIYAKA, Anelisa
SOBEKWA, Simphiwe
SONYABASHE, Siyasanga
STYLING, Thabang
SWELINDAWO, Amahle
THABETHE, Njabulo
THOMO, Lebohang Gift
TOJA, Sibulele
TWALINGCA, Yolanda
VAN WYK, Ci-Jay Peter
VAN WYK, Kisha Tazlin
VENA, Alulutho
VUM, Phumlani
WILLEMS, Mia-Carla Bernalee
ZENANI, Kamva
ZITA, Aphelele
ZWELIFILE, Lukho
ADVANCED DIPLOMA
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATON
AFRIKA-JIDANA, Amanda Linha
BANTOM, Sinalo
BARNARDO, Gregchan Garreth
BATYI, Anam
BLAAUW-CHIROPA, Angelique
BOBE, Nomagugu
BOTA, Anathi
CENGA, Hlomla
DELANTO, Simnikiwe
DIRKS, Shade Simone
ERASMUS-PETRO, Tamrin
GCUWA, Nomhle
GEBEDA, Londeka
GOSA, Thuso
GQOLOZA, Lungiswa
HLAKULA, Okuhle
HLONGWANE, Mpho
HUTU, Athabile
JAMNDA, Yonipha
JELASHE, Liyakhanya
KARBELKER, Mughseen
KOPE, Silindokuhle
LENG, Tammy
LOZA, Khululeka
LUXANDE, Lilitha
LUZIPO, Nokuphila
LUZIPO, Noluthando
MADOLO, Aphindiwe
MADZIKANE, Vuyiseka Trudy
MAKALIMA, Thembisa Theodora
MALGAS-SIMS, Jodie Janus
MANDZOYI, Nwabisa
MANTANGA, Busisiwe Nikelwa Noyla
MANTANGA, Esethu
MASIA, Khotso
MATHAFENI, Asithandile
MATI, Sive
MAZIBUKO, Bongiwe *
MAZWAYI, Thimna
MAZWI, Libokazi
MBALEKI, Samkelisiwe
MBENGASHE, Daniel John **
MBONGWA, Boniswa Zama
MDLIKI, Kude
MENZIWE, Nokuthula
MGO, Nangamso
MHLOLI, Cinga
MJWANA, Nontsikelelo Gloria
MKHWANAZI, Siyabonga Lucky MLAHLEKI, Sinovuyo
MODISE, Tumelo Shamain
MOTHIBE, Kagiso Prince
MOTMAN, Yonela
MOYAKE, Lamla Xhantilomzi Lwando
MPHOYI, Noluvo
MQULWANA, Nasiphi
MSONGO, Namhla
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
MTEMBA, Lutho
MTONGANA, Anga
MTSHIKWANA, Asonele David
MVINJELWA, Olwethu
NCAPAYI, Zukiswa Primrose
NCHABELENG, Temogo
NDUDULA, Amanda
NGCONGOLO, Sinovuyo
NGEMNTU, Siphosethu
NGQUBA, Inathi *
NJILI, Nqabakazi
NKOMENTABA, Inam
NOMNYAMA, Emihle
NONGAUZA, Asemahle Oko
NONKELELA, Sanele **
NTOBELA, Nangamso
NTSHINGILA, Bhekumuzi
NXUMALO, Phumlani
PETERS, Clinton Clive
QUNDENI, Aphiwe Anathi
RAMAOLA, Dibuiso
RAMOKOPU, Keitumetse
RASIMPHI, Samukelisiwe Nomvula
RATYA, Oyama
SALUSALU, Siyamthanda Zintile Gina
SCHEFFERS, Jean-Pierre
SIBENE, Khulile
SIDLAYI, Siphelele
SIGA, Ntomboxolo Joyce
SIWISA, Zandi Monique **
SOCI, Ncomeka Tamia
SONJICA, Nobom
TEFFO, Ziyanda Lerato
THUTHANI, Yanda
TOM, Nosiphiwo
TSHAKANYANE, Mihle
TSHINGANA, Zongeziwe
TURNER, Jamie *
XOLO, Phelokazi Paulina
ZONDWAYO, Asive
TOURISM MANAGEMENT
BAM, Sibongakonke
BANDA, Shenaas Khanyisa
BARA, Onke
BOOI, Thandokazi Euphemia
CAPA, Babalwa
DEKEDA, Abongile
DINGILIZWE, Xolisile
DLUBOM, Yolande
DONDASHE, Antonius
DUKADA, Thandolwethu
GAZULA, Iviwe
GXASHEKA, Kamva
HAKA, Sinovuyo
JACOBS, Kurt Dale *
JAKUJA, Avuzwa
JUJUSE, Lwanele
KHAKA, Aviwe
LUTULI, Lihle
MAKOA, Odwa
MANINJWA, Thulisile
MAPITIZA, Philiswa
MARCH, Preslin Qwuin Leigh
MASHIYI, Zandile Caroline
MATHISO, Buhle
MATIBA, Sebabatso Innocentia
MATIWANE, Linamandla
MBOBO, Sisipho Phucula
MBOKO, Landiswa
MBONELI, Okuhle
MDODA, Amanda
MDUSHANE, Silindokuhle
MHLANGA, Ntsako Ashley
MNUNA, Nonqaba Princess
MPANZA, Makhosonke Hopewell Luyanda
MTSEWU, Aluvuyo
MVANDEDWA, Siphe
NANASE, Siphosethu
NDALISO, Asive
NDHLOVU, Nozipho
NDZWANE, Ntombizamangwane
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES AWARDED
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
NGAKI, Manelisi
NGOSE, Asiphe
NGQUTWANA, Anikiwe
NINGIZA, Nolubabalo
NOGANTA, Yanelani
NTETA, Sinalo
NTSHELE, Nolwazi
PATJI, Lesedi
QUNTA, Unathi
RAMBA, Siphokazi Seyeng Ruth
SITHOLE, Surprise Siphosethu
SMITH, Zodwa
SOLOMON, Simamkele
SOLONTSI, Zenande Siphosethu
SONDLO, Asemahle
STUURMAN, Kayalethu
SWELI, Lisakhanya
TOUARI KAYA, Nikita
TROMP, Danwer Siyabulela
TUMANA, Sonwabise
ZWINYE, Sinokuhle
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
BEKANI, Yonela Madelene
BOQWANA, Siyanda
CIBI, Athenkosi
DU PLOOY, Donovan Peter
FAYINDLALA, Asenathi
FUZANI, Nobulumko *
GUGA, Siphuxolo
HANABE, Aphelele Sanele
HLALELE, Refiloe Lerato
JACK, Nwabisa
JOHANNES, Carlo *
MABASA, Collen
MABIJA, Somila
MAKUBALO, Siyavuya
MANTANTANA, Esihle
MANTSHONGO, Amanda
MATHENJWA, Hlobisile
MATISO, Aphiwe
MATIWANE, Nomalizo
MBULAWA, Zinzi
MGEBE, Gugu Aradna
MOOI, Yanga
MSINDO, Yonelani
NGCWABE, Ayathola
NGWENYA, Patience
QOTOYI, Siviwe
QUNDANA, Nosiphiwo Queen
RADEBE, Nonkululeko Kheslina
SEBOTHOMA, Neo Ephraim *
SIKHWINTSHI, Sinazo
SIKO, Wongama Witness
STOFFELS, Barry **
STOFFELS, Vanessa Irene
ZEKEVU, Sarah Phatheka
MASTER
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
HURLING, Anthea **
Title: The effect of COVID-19 on Secondary School learners in Metros South and Metro Central in the Western Cape Supervisors: Prof H Ballard; Dr A Whitaker
KAKAZA, Bazisiwe
Title: An evaluation of good governance in Town Two-SST settlement in Ward 93, Khayelitsha, Cape Town Metropolitan municipality Supervisor: Prof R Hendrickse
DOCTOR
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
KADAKURE, Arther
Title: Implementation of strategic management: an investigation of informal structures in an African country
Supervisor: Prof M Twum-Darko
LESHORO, Tseliso Mario
Title: A model for a context relevant approach to increase doctoral graduate output of a faculty within a University of Technology in the Western Cape Supervisors: Dr L Jowah; Prof P Green
MOLEKO, Winnifred Mamokoena
Title: Bridging the healthcare quality, patient safety, and competency gaps in South Africa: A study of clinicians and quality managers
Supervisor: Prof V Naicker
SAYERS, Stanley Andrew
Title: A community involvement model for improving primary health care services in a Western Cape Metropolitan Municipality Supervisors: Dr S Cronje; Dr L Siegelaar
TYHOTYHOLO, Thembelani
Title: Structural configurations on the governance of urban water supply in Cape Town, South Africa Supervisors: Prof B Ncube; Dr SE Williams
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
DOCTOR OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
ARTHER KADAKURE
PhD Business Administration (UCT);
MCom Strategic Management & Corporate Governance
SUPERVISOR
Prof Michael Tuwm-Darko
TITLE: IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT: AN INVESTIGATION OF INFORMAL STRUCTURES IN A SELECTED PUBLIC SECTOR IN AN AFRICAN COUNTRY
This study reveals that the strategic management of the public sector is deeply influenced not only by administrative structures, but also by informal organisational processes, which shape decision-making and institutional performance. The study uses a holistic mixed-methods approach, relying on Systems Theory as the overall theoretical framework, and Iceberg Systems Theory as the analytical lens to examine the interplay between strategic management practice and underlying organisational behaviour in a selected African public sector entity. The findings of semi-structured interviews with government officials, staff, and community leaders demonstrate the fundamental roles of political factors, the effectiveness of change-management plans, the centrality of stakeholder involvement, and the contribution of psychological antecedents to organisational performance. These observations highlight the need to pursue latent institutional dynamics to strengthen strategic governance within the public-sector organisations. A journal article titled, “Strategic Planning in the wake of shapeshifting organisational complex: Complexity Theory perspective” was accepted and published in the International Journal of Business and Management Studies.
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
DOCTOR OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
TSELISO MARIO LESHORO
Master of Administration SUPERVISOR
Dr Larry Jowah
CO-SUPERVISOR
Prof Paul Green
TITLE: A MODEL FOR CONTEXT RELEVANT APPROACH TO INCREASE
DOCTORAL GRADUATES OUTPUT OF A FACULTY OF A UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY IN THE WESTERN CAPE
The doctoral research addresses an issue of profound importance to national and regional development. It is widely acknowledged that a strong relationship exists between the level of education within a country and its overall development, with higher proportions of postgraduate qualifications contributing significantly to socioeconomic progress. In this context, South Africa – despite maintaining one of the highest standards of education on the African continent – continues to face a concerningly low progression to doctoral studies within the SADC region. The research investigates the underlying causes of this phenomenon, focusing on individuals who hold master’s degrees, have extensive experience within the academic environment, and have had access to funded doctoral opportunities but have not advanced to doctoral study. Using a descriptive research design and mixed-methods approach, the study reveals several contributing factors, with a notable finding being the limited level of personal ambition among potential candidates. The research offers important recommendations for addressing this challenge. This work has been published in the International Journal of Business Ecosystem & Strategy.
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
DOCTOR OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
WINNIFRED MAMOKOENA MOLEKO
Master of Philosophy & Master in Education
SUPERVISOR
Prof
Visvanathan Naicker
TITLE: BRIDGING THE HEALTHCARE QUALITY, PATIENT SAFETY, AND COMPETENCY GAPS IN SOUTH AFRICA: A STUDY OF CLINICIANS AND QUALITY MANAGERS
Research shows that the public health sector in South Africa still faces significant challenges and various systemic issues that undermine healthcare quality, and compromise patient safety. Access to formal quality improvement training remains limited for clinicians and quality managers, resulting in gaps in their knowledge of patient safety and quality healthcare. A quantitative and qualitative analysis was implemented to analyse the pre- and post-assessment survey data. Levels 1 and 2 of the Kirkpatrick model were used to evaluate the effectiveness of the training intervention in closing the healthcare quality and patient safety competency gaps among clinicians and quality managers. The study demonstrates that a targeted training intervention using the Kirkpatrick model effectively addresses competency gaps in healthcare quality and patient safety among clinicians and quality managers.
DOCTOR OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
STANLEY ANDREW SAYERS
Master of Public Administration SUPERVISOR
Dr Stanford Cronje
CO-SUPERVISOR
Dr Leslie Siegelaar
TITLE: A COMMUNITY- INVOLVEMENT MODEL FOR IMPROVING PRIMARY HEALTH CARE SERVICES IN A WESTERN CAPE METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
Stanley’s mixed-methods approach analyses policies by the three spheres of government to honour the constitutional provision of the right to access to health services. The study identifies the core problem as the detrimental effect of the absence of community involvement in the development of primary health care programmes. The objective of the study was to examine how community involvement can contribute to efficient healthcare services. Findings revealed that communities are not involved in decision-making, planning, implementation, and monitoring of health programmes, and clinic managers think that community leaders might interfere in their operational management. The key contribution of the study is the development of a model for health services that makes community involvement in governance structures compulsory in order to ensure that health services address the real needs of the community.
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
DOCTOR OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
THEMBELANI TYHOTYHOLO Master of Public Administration SUPERVISOR Prof Bongani Ncube
CO-SUPERVISOR
Dr Sandra Williams
TITLE: STRUCTURAL CONFIGURATIONS ON THE GOVERNANCE OF URBAN WATER SUPPLY IN CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
The South African urban water governance system is marked by limited government technical capacity to implement urban water legislation and policies. The study investigated the influence of structural configurations on urban water governance in Cape Town. The research drew from the Structuration Theory to analyse the process of urban water governance. The study was grounded in an interpretivist research philosophy, and thus adopted a qualitative approach. The findings showed that structural configurations continuously thwart creativity and innovation in urban water governance – a situation that has contributed to the urban water policy implementation failures, manifesting in the persistent water access inequalities in Cape Town. The study proposes a participatory urban water governance model as a contribution towards strengthening community participation in the formulation and implementation of the urban water policy in Cape Town. A presentation was given at the 2023 Annual WaterNet Symposium in Zanzibar, Tanzania, and two journal articles were published.
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES AWARDED
THE FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
19:00 CEREMONY
DIPLOMA
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
ABRAHAMS, Kelly Cordelia
AGABU, Crinoviqu
ALLIE, Naa-Ilah
BUTHELEZI, Ayakhula
CHABALALA, Nkavelo
CHAUKE, Nwayitelo Phylis
CIKWAYO, Lulama
CLOETE, Mudath-Thir
DANI, Asakhe
DANIELS, Vaneshray
DE VILLIERS, Enrique
DODO, Samkelo Sinikezo
FAKUDE, Mbuso Thapelo
FRIESTE, Anelisa
HADEBE, Emma Karabo Nolwandle
HADEBE, Mpumelelo Siphesihle
HLOPHE, Snenhlanhla Happiness
JALI, Nikelwa Angel
JAMJAM, Zipho Zamandila
JOHNNY, Khumo
KAMBI, Chulumanco Liyema
KAPOTWE, Kalunga Marck
KHOZA, Alane
KHOZA, Muzi Bhekumuzi
KLAASEN, Anil Brent
LEBALLO, Dorah
LUBISI, Siphosethu Gift
MABANA, Ngamben Kabuna Benedict
MABUNDA, Ntsakiso Ayanda
MAGWAZA, Snenhlahla Princess
MAKAMU, Nhlanhla Patric
MALOKA, Salome
MAODI, Olebogeng
MAQUKWANA, Vuyiseka
MARRIME, Bhekithemba Khulekani
MASHAO, Maroping
MATHOBELA, Phumlile
MAVHETHA, Mulisa Precious
FACULTY
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES
MBAMBO, Sphelele
MBELE, Thabo Thomas
MBUYISELI, Khanyiswa
MCHUNU, Nhlakanipho
MCOTHELI, Mbasa
MDEDE, Zikho
MHLONGO, Lyborn Hibert
MKHATSHWA, Sihle
MKHIZE, Busisiwe
MNDELA, Azola
MNGUNI, Cebile Makhosazane
MNISI, Thandi Boipelo
MNUNE, Sibusiso William
MOILWE, Katlego Reginald
MOKWELE, Kwena
MONAMA, Tsebang Phomelelo
MOSIA, Moipone Precious
MOTAUNG, Katleho
MTHEMBU, Thabiso Tsepo
NAYO, Unathi
NGANDWE, Zorobabel
NGQENTSU, Uphile
NGUBENI, Siboniso Sizwe
NKALANGA, Ayanda Asanda
NKOSI, Gugulethu Xolisile Antonette
NKQWESHI, Azaqiqe
NOBAKADA, Dineo
NTEBE, Siphokuhle
NUNWANA, Unamandla
NYENYISO, Okuhle Nicholas PHASHA, Vincent
PHILANDER, Raahfieck Esra
PILANE, Keitumetse
RATHIYAYA, Mthokozisi Prince
RIXANA, Masibulele
SADIKI, Rinae Sherlly
SAMBO, Dineo Given Precious
SEBOLAI, Jacob Mokhele
SENZELA, Oko
SHABALALA, Sibongumusa
SIBIYA, Kwazikwenkosi Cebo
SOLUISWAYI, Xolani
TEMO, Koena
VAALTYN, Byron Ashlin
VAN DER HEYDE, Caleb
VAN WYK, Jean-Mare
VAYISI, Thabile
VUYELWA, Siyamtanda
WILLIAMS, Israa
ZUMA, Nhlanhla
ZWANE, Nkosenhle Given
CLOTHING AND TEXTILE
TECHNOLOGY
BOOLEY, Fatima
CUBA, Kanyisa
DAMON, Chloe
DAVIDS, Sabihah
DLABANTU, Mthikazi
FALENI, Enathi Chwayita
FENI, Yonwaba
GAMIELDIEN, Rafeeqah
JUBELA, Yonela
KAMALDIEN, Layah
KHUMALO, Colile Mandisa
KHUMALO, Sangelo Amanda
KOBESE, Anathii
LANE, Teshwill Zate
LEPHOTO, Keletso
LUSHABA, Slindile Elizabeth
MABASO, Tintswalo Maria
MADIKANE, Yamthemba Yanda
MADONDO, Londeka Ntobeko
MAGWAXAZA, Sisana
MALULEKE, Kgomotso
MASHIFANE, Mpupile
MATIWANE, Bayabulela
MATOLE, Yamkela Aquilla
MBAMBO, Siyanda Tyson
MBEWANA, Banele Sindiswa
MBUTHUMA, Lunathi
MCITWA, Lukanyo
MKHIZE, Londiwe Thobeka
Zamakhize
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES AWARDED
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
MNINIYO, Mbali
MTSHALI, Siphesihle Pretty NDLAMHLABA, Sive
NDZIWENI, Athabile
NDZUBE, Banele
NGCOBO, Ziningi Priscilla
NGESI, Siziphiwe
NGUBANE, Nomvelo Asanda
NGWENYAMA, Lebogang
NHLANGULELA, Owethu
NHLAPO, Banele
NKAMBULE, Siphesihle NOMNGANGA, Achumile
NOMPUNGA, Yanga
NONDABULA, Isthandile
NTAKANA, Zumisa
NYAWO, Ntethelelo
ONIGBOGI, Nozipho
PAULSE, Jamie Georgia
RABOHOME, Khabang
RHOJI, Okuhle
SHINGANGE, Lindiwe Elizabeth
SIBANYONI, Thobekile
SOKASI, Esethu
SPELMAN, Anovuyo
STAFA, Luphumlo
STEMELA, Sonwabise
TASANA, Sibulele
TSOTETSI, Karabo Providence
TSUBANE, Tsholofelo Lovelicia
VETEZO, Sandisiwe
XHALISA, Ahlumande
ZIMU, Noluthando
ZIPHILE, Okuhle
CONSTRUCTION
ARNOLD, Aneesa
AUGUST, Ezekiel Nathan
BASA, Zenande
BENYA, Emihle Akho
BOQWANA, Niko
BURTON, Masood
DADA, Lazola Fundiswa
DIHOLO, Dithoriso Motsekuoa
DLAMINI, Yanga
ERASMUS, Byron Charlton
FIN, Mthetheleli
GOVA, Kwandiwe
JILAJI, Esona
JINI, Siviwe
KHAKHU, Rinavhuawelo
KONI, Sibulele
LAWRENCE, Uzair
LEROBA, Tholwana
MAGULA, Ludumo Nkazimlo
MAHALEFA, Dineo Ephenia
MALULEKA, Lloyd Oratile
MAMADISA, Neo Modise
MANGQANGWANA, Kamvelihle Mzuyeza Wande
MAQOKO, Oluhle
MASHILO, Matsemele Perseverance
MBANJWA, Sinovuyo
MBESHU, Somila
MBOKAZI, Zamadonda Lydia
MENTOOR, Tarsha
MGANU, Phelokazi
MHLONGO, Nzuzo
MKWENKWE, Khanya
MNGUNI, Nhlakanipho Mkhuliselwa
MOTHUPI, Mamokete Martha
MPONGWANA, Elethu
MSINDWANA, Azukiswe
MSIYA, Eza
MTHALANE, Nomandla Snqobile
MTSHUTSHISI, Snegugu Albertinah
MZONDI, Sive
NDEBELE, Sinakhokonke Noxolo
NDLOVU, Nonkululeko Lindiswa
NDZENGU, Simamkele
NENE, Nokwazi Nichol
NGCWANGU, Minentle
NINELA, Mvelo Aphiwe
NXUMALO, Siyanda Praise-God
PAMA, Unabantu
PETERSEN, Liam George
PEYANA, Asemahle
QAKAMBA, Mandiluve
RADEBE, Dalton Thabo
SAUNDERS, Matthew
SIXIMBA, Khanyiso
SWARTBOOI, Marvin Christian
THAFENI, Zintle
TOMANI, Masikhanye
TSHITANNYE, Taolo
VAVA, Lihle
WARLEY, Daiyaan
ZIMBA, Zusive
ADVANCED DIPLOMA
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
CEKISO, Lifa
DIPA, Siliziwe
FIETIES, Adrian Timothy
KHOBOKA, Bongiwe
KWEPILE, Inga
LUBAMBO, Fikile
MALANGENI, Lulutho
MALULEKE, Tricia
MAMETJA, Tshegofatso
MARHOLISO, Cikizwa
MASEKO, Sibusiso Gift
MATLALA, Hameltan Badimo
MATSIMELA, Ramokone Paulvia
MBATHA, Seluleko
MENEMENE, Ntokozo
MGUZULA, Sibabalo
MGWIGWI, Somila
MILLIE, Sethu Kim
MKOHLAKALI, Zikho
MNGOMEZULU, Amahle Mandisa
MOBELEBA, Nthabiseng
MPI, Yola Kwakhanya
MUDAU, Thivhahangwi
NAYO, Lelethu
NETSHILINDI, Pfunzo
NETSHIMBONI, Rotondwa
NETSHIVHAMBE, Muofhe
Mukonazwothe
NONKONYANA, Yondela
NTOYAKHE, Vusumzi
PETERSEN, Malachi
POYO, Anganathi
QASANA, Sisipho
RAMARU, Murunwa
SIGODLA, Thulani
SITHOLE, Sinenhlanhla Mbali Pinky
SOBUKWE, Lutho
SOMPINI, Tiya Buhle
VABAZA, Imibongo Sinovuyo Ngqiqo
WELLEM, Anesipho Zikhona
YUMATA, Lulibo
ZINI, Sibabalwe Chulumanco
ZWANE, Andile
CLOTHING AND TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY
ACHILLES, Aishah
BULUBE, Zinathi
FIHLANI, Sive
GAGAYI, Sinelitha Estrellita
HENDRICKS, Zulfaa
JANGE, Yonelani
MANGENA, Asaneliswa
MNDAWE, Karabo Glander
MNGUNI, Nomthandazo
MNONO, Thina Sinovuyo Anastarchia
MOKOENA, Leeto
NCOBENI, Lisa
NGCOBO, Sphokazi Mandisa
VUZANE, Awonke
CONSTRUCTION HEALTH AND SAFETY
DLADLA, Minenhle Priscilar
FRAY, Eugene Lucien
GCALEKA, Phelokazi
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
GOBHOZI, Olwethu
JANTJIES, Mitchell Sisanda
MCHUNU, Musawenkosi
MFULATELWA, Simphiwe
MGUDLWA, Qaqamba
NDAKISA, Lithakazi Siliziwe
TSOBO, Siphamandla
ZWEZWE, Sinazo
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
ADAM, Fortunate
ADAMS, Reece Liam
ADAMS, Ryan
BALINDLELA, Anesipho Nada
BAM, Ade Aphiwe Siyamthanda
BRUINERS, Matthew
BUTHELEZI, Qinisile Mbali
CHIYA, Zwelibanzi Enock
DAVIDS, Achmad Zaa-Id
DE KOCK, Marthinus
DIBAKOANE, Kgaogelo Clement
DYOSI, Luyanda
FODO, Ayanda
GQOTSO, Pumlisa
HANGULA, Marcell Louis
HEARNE, Jeanley Edgar Francois
HLALUKANA, Usisipho Anoyolo
JANODIEN, Kashief
KABEYA, Jonathan Lwamina
KALOMBO, Yanick Ebondo
KHUZWAYO, Nonkazimulo Simphiwe
KOTZE, Dirk Johannes
LANGENI, Lunga
LOLIWE, Phumzile Hamphery
LUNGILE, Mandisa
MABEDLA, Sinenkosi
MACKENZIE, George Francisco
Manfred
MADHI, Bilal
MAFU, Sinovuyo Precious
MALAKIA, Khothalang
MASELANA, Phiwokazi Nombulelo
MATHEBULA, Mxolisi Sphiwe
Wonderboy
MATIWANI, Charmaine
MATIYASE, Bhonitha
MBOKAZI, Nkanyiso Cedrick
MENGU, Yanga
MJILO, Nhlakanipho Samkeliswa
MKHARI, Mpho Hope
MNTUYEDWA, Xabisa
MOKGETLHE, Tshepang
MPANZA, Nokubonga Sethabile
MTHEMBU, Thembelihle
MTYIDA, Ntombifikile
MULUMBA, Hiel Kadima
NDLOLOTI, Thandokazi
NETSHISAULU, Rolindwa
NGCOBO, Londiwe Randy
NGEWU, Bathandwa
NGQATA, Luyolo Tarriq
NJILO, Fisani
NKOSI, Sifundo
NOMTHANJANA, Bonisa
NQALATHI, Luzuko
NTSALUBA, Sinawo
NTSENTO, Gloria *
NTULI, Smangaliso Khethamthandile
NZALO, Zosuliwe
OATS, Kopano Cecil Sanele
SHANGE, Thobeka
SHELEMBE, Nduduzo Jaison
SHEZI, Siphesihle Siphephelo
SIBISI, Samukelisiwe
SICWEBU, Masixole Lionel
SILEVU, Yolanda
SOUTHON, Kyle Robin
TIKANA, Zimbini
TIMA, Siphokuhle Portia
TIMAMU, Nontobeko Kadijah
TYALI, Nandipha
VAN DER POEL, Jamie Peter
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES AWARDED
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
FACILITY MANAGEMENT
BUDA, Azile Angela
MCETYWA, Vivienne
MOKOENA, Hope Martha Fundiswa
MOPI, Sikhumbule
NOGAGA, Lukhanyo
PETER, Nokuzola
SIWA, Unde
SOPELA, Mzontsundu Siwufezile
QUANTITY SURVEYING
BAADJIES, Coslin Tevin
BATI, Asiphe
BONGWANA, Zintle
BREAKFAST, Ayabulela
CELE, Phindile
DE SMIDT, Damian Allistair
DIBAY, Nawej Dina
FORBAY, Hannah Alisa
HLAMANDANA, Zukile
KANGODYE, Tubenzele Prodige
LESOLE, Daniel
MAKHADO, Dakalo Fredy
MANANA, Mphiliseni
MCIBO, Zimbini Debbie Aphelele
MDENI, Sinazo
MDUNDULUZA, Lwamkelo
MHLAMBISO, Simosihle
MILLER, Zachary Noah
MOQHALA, Reneilwe
MOTLHODIEMANG, Phenyo
MXENGE, Aphelele
NDONGENI, Anita
NDZIMANDE, Ayanda Otto
NKOHLA, Fuziwe
NOMDLOMBOYI, Njabulo
NONDANYANA, Sinoxolo
NTEYI, Momelezi
RAMPONO, Salemone
SAUL, Asiphile
SHAZI, Yomelela
SIBIDLA, Aviwe
SIBIYA, Thembeka
SINDEN, Jaiden Reece
SISWANA, Iviwe Lungelwa
STUURMAN, Melusi Percy
SWAYENA, Mbasa
TEMBE, Nhlanhla Cyril
TSHAL, Judith Mand
VAN DER WALT, Alex
WALDECK, Anya
ZONDI, Thubelihle
ZULU, Simele Thobani
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING
TECHNOLOGY
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
ADAMS, Mishka
BEJA, Asanele
CHIYI, Owami Pamela
DANCA, Matshidiso Sheron
DIKO, Zamanci Ziyanda
DLADLA, Nokwanda Asandra
DUMA, Lusanda
HLAKO, Whitney Ramathabathe
HLONGWE, Lulama
JELWANA, Aviwe
KEAKGWILE, Thuto Kevin
KUMKANI, Nande
LANGENI, Sixolise
LEKHETHO, Khalametsane Johnson
LUBISI, Thapelo Simphiwe
LUVHIMBI, Nakisani Vanessa
MADIBELA, Ida Gontse
MAJOLA, Samukelisiwe Sylvia
MATONTSI, Bubele
MATSHOLE, Millycent Kabelo
MGWENYA, Jacob Melusi
MORY, Tristan
MOSIA, Matlalane
MOSS, Lichumile
MTSHALI, Asanda
MUOFHE, Moureen
MYAKAYAKA, Ayabonga
NAIDOO, Charnell
NCWANGU, Mikhanyile
NGOEPE, Mankwe
NKOMO, Samuel Dumiso
NTLABATI, Buchule
NYONI, Sithembinkosi Elizabeth
PHOSA, Phathutshedzo
RHODA, Ameer Ismail
ROBERTS, Trent
SHILUMANE, Vongani Lisbet
SHINGWAYO, Unathi Lilo
SITHOLE, Yvette Karakadzai
SMITH, Ethan Lamont
SMITH, Lauren Zeta †
VININDWA, Abongile
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA
CLOTHING AND TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY
BALOYI, Spinola
KHALALA, Sanelisiwe Purity
MXABA, Nonelwa Okunathi Anita
NGCOBO, Amahle
YAWA, Lolwethu Siyavuya
CONSTRUCTION
BANGANI, Bandile Doctor
CONRAD, Esa
JIYANE, Bongumusa
JOKOZELA, Luyanda
KOMANISI, Asemahle
LEBETA, Tumisang
MAKALIMA, Lutho
MALA, Anelisa
MBHASA, Nkemeleng
MCETYWA, Anathi
MHLOLA, Lihle
MOJANAGA, Tlotlo
MPENGESI, Chuma
MUNYANGA, Benita Tshibasu
NEMAKANGA, Murendeni Curry
NQOLOBE, Yamnkela
OYEWUMI, Ademola Kamal
SIROQO, Onesimo
SOBUZA, Simamkele
TYALI, Mihlali
TYHULU, Chumani
WALLACE, Robin William Earl
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY HONOURS
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
BAILEY, Tristan Justin
CHONCO, Lizwi
DIKWIDI, Gorataona *
DLUDLU, Sibukile Pearl
DOLLIE, Muhammad Saadiq *
DYONGWANA, Taniya
FABE, Ethan Jade
GQOROLO, Mbongeni
GXOWA, Nasiphi
KAMADYAAPA, Oscar Mphatso
KHIBA, Phikolomzi
KITENGE ILUNGA, Erdy MABALEKA, Relebuhile
MBIMBI, Sanelisiwe
MDLIKISA, Yandiswa
MKOSANA, Zizipho
NCUMBA, Amahle
NDAMASE, Sindisiwe
NKUNA, Melusi *
NOGQALA, Yonela Eullender
NOKWE, Olwethu
NTAKANA, Apiwe
POTWANA, Sifanele
SHABANGU, Sthembile
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES AWARDED
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
SIBANDE, Nomagugu Kamohelo
Success
SOHUMA, Zikisa
TALIWE, Inam
TSHIMANGA, Divine Tshila
ZIWELE, Khayakazi
MASTER OF CONSTRUCTION
MTSHAKAZA, Yongama
Title: On-site labour productivity modalities for small and medium enterprises to enhance sustainable construction project delivery in the Western Cape province of South Africa
Supervisors: Mr A Sogaxa; Prof JN Agumba
MASTER OF ENGINEERING
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
ATSON, Ryal **
Title: Green synthesis of CuO/ CQD nanocomposite for printed electrochemical glucose sensor
Supervisor: Prof MR Chowdhury
KAIRA, Walusungu Maclean
Title: Effect of temperature, substrate-to-inoculum ratio, nutrient augmentation and inoculum acclimation on the anaerobic digestion of primary winery wastewater sludge
Supervisors: Dr PJ Welz; Dr D De Jager
ROSS, Magan Nicole
Title: Synthesis and characterisation of bioplastic films through valorisation of starch-rich waste from maize (Zea mays) wet-milling
Supervisors: Dr TP Mthethwa; Dr PJ Welz; Prof OO Oyekola
DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
CÉSAR, Sandro Duarte
Title: Optimisation of produced water deoiling in hydrocycloneinduced gas flotation system: A case of machine learning
Supervisors: Dr D De Jager; Dr M Njoya
KASONGO, Godwill Wa Kasongo
Title: Biofouling mitigation of polyamide reverse osmosis membranes using polymer grafting and nanoparticle coating in the treatment of municipal secondary effluent
Supervisor: Prof M Aziz
DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
SANDRO DUARTE CÉSAR
Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering; Master of Science: Oil and Gas with Energy Management; Master of Business Administration
SUPERVISOR
Dr Debbie de Jager EXTERNAL-SUPERVISOR
Dr Mahomet Njoya
TITLE: OPTIMISATION OF PRODUCED WATER DEOILING IN HYDROCYCLONEINDUCED GAS FLOTATION SYSTEMS: A CASE OF MACHINE LEARNING
This research makes a pioneering contribution to the optimisation of offshore produced water deoiling by integrating advanced Machine Learning and digital technologies into Hydrocyclone and Induced Gas Flotation operations. It presents a detailed physicochemical characterisation of Angolan offshore produced water, revealing essential constraints that influence treatment efficiency and operational stability. Through the development of ensemble learning models such as XGBoost and Gradient Boosting, the study achieved accurate prediction of oil-in-water concentrations, and identified the critical variables that govern separation performance under changing conditions. These predictive models were incorporated into a Monte Carlo simulation framework that evaluated compliance risks, and quantified performance variability, offering valuable insight into system behaviour. The research culminated in the design of a digital twin architecture capable of real-time monitoring, intelligent optimisation, and adaptive control, transforming produced water treatment into a proactive and environmentally responsible process. Three articles have been published in DHETaccredited international journals, demonstrating the scientific contribution and practical relevance of this work.
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
GODWILL WA KASONGO KASONGO
Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering SUPERVISOR Prof Mujahid Aziz
TITLE: BIOFOULING MITIGATION OF POLYAMIDE REVERSE OSMOSIS
MEMBRANES USING POLYMER GRAFTING AND NANOPARTICLE COATING IN THE TREATMENT OF MUNICIPAL SECONDARY EFFLUENT
Godwill Kasongo’s doctoral research addresses the persistent global challenge of biofouling in Thin-Film Composite (TFC) Polyamide (PA) Reverse Osmosis (RO) membranes used for municipal wastewater reuse. Membrane biofouling significantly constrains the efficiency, operational lifespan, and economic viability of RO systems, which are central to modern water reclamation technologies worldwide. Through innovative scientific inquiry, he developed a novel hybrid membrane surface functionalisation strategy that integrates the antimicrobial monomer 3-allyl-5,5-dimethylhydantoin (ADMH) with titanium dioxide (TiO2)–silver (Ag) nanocomposite materials. This pioneering modification enhanced membrane hydrophilicity, antimicrobial activity, and resistance to organic and inorganic fouling, while maintaining excellent water permeability and salt rejection. The modified membranes demonstrated significantly improved long-term performance during filtration of municipal secondary effluent, offering promising solutions for sustainable water reuse and resilient tertiary wastewater treatment systems globally. Godwill has presented his research at national and international conferences, and his work has resulted in four highimpact journal publications, reflecting the quality and global relevance of his scholarship. We proudly recognise his outstanding contribution to water research and innovation.
