The Impact of COVID-19 on Higher Education and the Economy

by HEFMA Posted on Friday, 6 Nov 2020

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Successful global interventions and innovations

HEFMA arranged an International webinar on 29 October 2020; to replace its Annual Conference, which had to be cancelled. HEFMA envisaged it necessary to arrange a webinar as a follow up to a successful AUDE September webinar.

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The world is feeling the impact of the global pandemic and it is in different stages in dealing with the challenges. As regions and universities, returning to our campuses is testing the way Universities operate. The theme of the webinar was about sharing innovations and interventions that have successfully been implemented, to deal with COVID19 across various campuses.

Dr Diane Parker: Deputy Director General; Department of Higher Education and Training

E. Lander Medlin: APPA Executive Vice President (USA)

Wayne Millar: Past President TEFMA (Australasia)

CUT’s innovative project to combat COVID-19 pandemic impress Free State Premier.

by CUT News Posted on Friday, 17 April 2020

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The Premier of the Free State, Sisi Ntombela and Members of the Executive Council visited the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT), on 14 April 2020, to assess the university’s research and innovation efforts in response to government’s call for support in the fight against the scourge of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

The Premier of the Free State, Sisi Ntombela and Members of the Executive Council visited the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT), on 14 April 2020, to assess the university’s research and innovation efforts in response to government’s call for support in the fight against the scourge of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

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Premier Ntombela said that she was impressed by how much further ahead the province was technologically, after a demonstration of the projects currently being undertaken by CUT, including a tour of the Centre for Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing (CRPM) Laboratory, which is currently producing 3D non-invasive ventilation printing masks for use by COVID-19 patients, as well as much-needed hospital equipment, such as oxygen connectors and splitters.

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TUT rolls out vaccination programme for 60+ staff

by TUT News Posted on Friday, 28 May 2021

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The Tshwane University of Technology yesterday, 27 May 2021, saw 137 staff members receiving their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine during the roll-out of a COVID-19 campus vaccination programme for staff members of 60 years and older.

Organised by the Adelaide Tambo School of Nursing Science in collaboration with Tshwane District Health Services, the vaccination drive was arranged to make it easier and more accessible for older colleagues to be vaccinated.

A large number of eager staff members, including professors, lecturers, service workers, support staff and even a number of retired employees, arrived at the Theunis Bester Hall from early in the morning to receive the vaccination. All had the same purpose, to save lives - not only their own, but those of others too.

Colleagues, who received the vaccination, lauded Dr Annah Sefolosha, Head of the Department: Directorate of Health and Wellness, and the organising team for the initiative to arrange the drive and on how well it was organised. Dr Annah echoed their sentiments, commending the technical, logistical and other support staff for the smooth flow of the event and the overall high level of service delivery.

“It is only through commitment and team spirit that this was such a successful event,”

- she said.

Preceding the vaccination drive, an online information session on COVID-19 vaccinations, presented by Sr Nomusa Ngwenya and Dr Yolanda Havenga from the Department of Nursing Science on 26 May, provided an overview of the vaccines available in the country, the benefits of vaccination and possible side effects.

Tending to the emotional health and wellness of staff during these challenging times is equally important. During the vaccination drive, Dr Priscilla Lekgetho for Human Resources and Transformation who assisted with co-ordinating the event, reminded staff of the importance of taking care of their emotional and physical health. She emphasised the importance of healthy eating, getting enough exercise and fresh air, as well as proper sleep.

The second round of campus vaccinations will take place early July. Everyone who received the first shot of the Pfizer vaccine will then receive the second one to ensure the success of the programme.

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