Professor Nokuthula Sibiya has been appointed as Mangosuthu University of Technologys MUT first female Vice-Chancellor since the institution was established 45 years ago.
The KwaZulu-Natal university announced her appointment on Friday. She will assume her position on August 1.
MUT said her appointment is a testament to its legacy of shaping future leaders and contributing significantly to South Africas socio-economic development.
It added that Professor Sibiyas vision for MUT is centred around academic excellence, financial sustainability, and socio-economic development.
She aims to enhance the universitys research capabilities, promoting interdisciplinary collaborations and establishing cutting-edge research centres.
