Going above and beyond the call of duty has resulted in a profitable partnership between CPUT and a well-regarded European university.

A team from the Radiography Department recently welcomed a delegation from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden to network and explore options of future collaborations.

The visit was prompted by lecturer Bridget Wyrley-Birch who visited Sweden six months ago as part of another project.

Not content to just stick to her original schedule, Wyrley-Birch made contact with Karolinska Institute’s Radiography Department since the university boasts a respected Health and Wellness Faculty.

During her visit she made such a good impact that her hosts were eager to explore CPUT and start the process to beginning a mutually beneficial relationship.

Dean of the Health and Wellness Faculty Prof Dhiro Gihwala welcomed the visitors during an introductory presentation on CPUT and its facilities.

“It would be our privilege to have a relationship with you that we hope will be fruitful for both parties,” he told guests.

It is hoped the visit will result in increased student exchanges, postgraduate work and research projects if a Memorandum of Understanding is signed.

Written by Lauren Kansley

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Universities of Technology are key to poverty eradication in Africa according to CPUT’s Prof Dhiro Gihwala.

The Dean of the Health and Wellness Faculty made the statement while addressing the recent Joint International Conference on Science and Technology for Development in Africa where he explained the important role of UOT’s in the South African context.

Prof Gihwala told delegates the programmes of an institution like CPUT were tailored to the demands of the country and industry- making it a key provider of skills and training.

And he emphasized the importance of upskilling our nation.

“South Africa currently produces around 1500 PHD graduates per year and that number should be much higher,” he says.

“UOT’s can champion the causes of Africa because of the distinctive nature of our offerings,” he says.

“Africa needs educated people with a special skills set to alleviate poverty- the most untapped resource in Africa is its people.”

By Lauren Kansley

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During the week preceding the Installation of the first Chancellor of CPUT, the public is invited to attend the inaugural addresses of Prof Dhiro Gihwala and Prof Simeon Davies.

Both staff members received ad hominem promotions to the post of Full Professor in June 2008. Prof Gihwala serves as the Dean of the Faculty of Health and Wellness Sciences. Prof Davies is the Head of the Department of Sports Management.

Prof Dhiro Gihwala
""Science, Technology and the New Universities in South Africa""
Date: 26 August 2008, Time: 18:30 for 19:00
Venue: Auditorium, Bellville Campus of CPUT, Symphony Way, Bellville

Prof Simeon Davies
""Prioritising and Augmenting Research at a University of Technology""
Date: 28 August 2008, Time: 18:30 for 19:00
Venue: Auditorium, Bellville Campus of CPUT, Symphony Way, Bellville

Seating for both events is limited. Those who wish to attend are requested to RSVP the Marketing and Communication Department at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Friday, 22 August 2008.

For the event on 26 August, please use the subject heading ""RSVP Prof Gihwala.""
For the event on 28 August, please use the subject heading ""RSVP Prof Davies.""

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