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Durban University Of Technology's Online news publication The site seeks to groom journalism students into becoming fully-fledged journalists.
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JournalismIziko is a news site run by students enrolled for the Journalism Programme at the Durban University of Technology. It further aims at giving them confidence with their writing and broadcasting skills so that when they exit their final year of the National Diploma, they may be able to fit into the challenging and demanding profession of journalism. JournalismIziko is a project initiated b

y one of the lecturers from the Journalism Programme, Maud Blose who is holding a Master of Science in Broadcast Journalism, which she acquired from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. Blose mentors students and invests her extra time after lectures working with the students who write and broadcast for the site. The students working for the site are volunteering their time when they are off their lectures. The site has five sections headed by the students. Maud Blose is the Chief-Editor of the site working up to being a gate-keeper, ensuring that everything that goes out online is of quality. The sections comprise Current Affairs, Features & Reviews, Entertainment, Sports, and the Multimedia section which specialises on all the technical know-how within the newsroom. Students who have been serving at JournalismIziko have had some of their work published by other external publications. Others are working with public relations companies as their skills cannot be ignored. The site allows students to showcase their journalistic skills. Some are specialising in news writing, others have chosen to focus on radio broadcasting and there are those who are interested in working with visuals, working hard producing television news packages. JournalismIziko, it is where journalism is brewed! It is where journalism students are groomed and at their exit level, they will be of good quality and add value to the media industry. When students leave for the industry, it is hoped that industry personnel would not have to start from scratch teaching them backpack journalism skills when employing them. The industry will build up on a good foundation that had been laid by JournalismIziko

28/11/2022

Content Producer of Gagasi FM 's current affairs show, 'Indaba with Alex Mthiyane', Nzuza Siphelele , a alumni was recognised for his amazing work on the show and was awarded the Bright Star Award, at the , held on Friday evening.

Sithi, 'Halala Siphelele!!' 🥳

28/11/2022

alumni, Simthande Myeza , won two awards at the , for his role as a Content Producer and for being a Bright Star at Radio Khwezi!!

Simthande is popularly known on TikTok and Facebook for his hilarious skit as a uMaka Thah or uMaka Thangthini, a woman from rural KwaZulu-Natal who often has dramatic and hilarious chats with her friends, and church members among others!

According to Simthande, fans can continue voting for the skit, to win an award, voting closes on Wednesday. Please SMS 236 to 37304.

Congratulations Simthande! 🥳

I won two awards out of four nominations at the last night. The event was held in Joburg. Thank you so much to the entire Radio Khwezi team and the listeners.

25/11/2022

alumni Sakhiseni Ndumiso Nxumalo , received recognition for excellent reporting at the of the year awards!!

Halala Sakhiseni!! 🥳

18/11/2022

A day in the newsroom…

17/11/2022

📍A REMINDER TO CATCH:

Minenhle Emkay Zikhali, this evening on 1KZN TV , DSTV channel 261, at 7pm where he’ll be sharing his poetry and life story!

17/11/2022

The ‘Deception in Gaming’ exhibition is currently underway, at the Satellite Gallery, DUT City Campus.

Come in for a walkabout with exhibitor, Bradley Rajkumar between 08:00 and 12h00. Where he’ll unpack the exhibition and the (often hidden) financial implications gaming has on families.

16/11/2022

Looking for something fun, interesting, different to do, on campus?

Why not come through to the Satellite Gallery, DUT City Campus?!

Artist Bradley Rajkumar will be exhibiting his work, titled ‘Deception in Gaming.’

16/11/2022

🚩 The DUT Interior Design Department will be hosting their 2022 Exhibition in just under 10 days!!!

Make sure to RSVP to: [email protected]

16/11/2022

📍PLEASE NOTE:

First year Journalist Minenhle Emkay Zikhali, will be showcasing some of his poetry tomorrow evening(Thursday) at 7pm on DSTV channel 261, 1KZN TV ,where the channel will be covering artists profiled by Valhalla Arts , along with Musa E. Zulu .

10/11/2022

READ: Beaches along the North Coast have been awarded Blue Flag status.

One of the world's most recognised awards for beaches, Blue Flag status was awarded to Willard Beach, Thompson's Bay and Blythedale Beach on Wednesday.

10/11/2022

READ: Renown SABC Journalist Pearl Shongwe, found deceased in her apartment.

Remembering a mighty woman, with a unique character, as evidenced by her legacy she left to all of us for generations to come. 🕊🕊

10/11/2022

Wondering how to apply for NSFAS funding for the 2023 academic year?

Follow the easy guidelines provided in the slides below.

10/11/2022

Looking for places to visit on a limited budget?

Iziko Journalists have been working hard, to find places that young people can visit on a student budget!

READ: An art gallery in KwaMashu is changing the narrative

Isizotha Art and Design is a breath of fresh air for the township of KwaMashu, north of Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, as there no other art school located in the township of KwaMashu. They seek to offer people in township with the love art an opportunity to master their skill, show their talent and hopeful use the art they create in order to generate an income.

This art school is very big on inspiring their students to embrace their culture and show it in their work. The other thing they seek to do, is to differ from the norm and change the narrative. They believe that most people in the townships believe that in order to achieve big things you have to be a lawyer or doctor, but they want to show that art is also option, with a little training and patience, your love and passion for art will take you to new heights.

Siyabonga Majozi

10/11/2022

Members of the Public Servants Association of South Africa (PSA) brought the CBD to a standstill in the Durban leg of the , here the union members can be seen breaking out in song with some rolling on the ground.

10/11/2022

The third years had a mini photoshoot after each presentation session!!

10/11/2022

The third years presented their Research Projects to an audience today, each researcher had to answer three questions during the Q& A session around their project, ranging from questions around the choice of methodology, focus groups to research topic.

The presentations started at 8:00 and the last researcher to present concluded their presentation just after 16:00.

The researchers were treated to cake after all their heard work!!

10/11/2022

Traffic was brought to a standstill in the Durban CBD, when members of the Public Servants Association (PSA), marched through the city center to deliver their memorandum of demands today.

While there was heavy police presence, no disruptions and unruly behavior was displayed by the union members.

Speaking to Iziko, a HOSPERA member explained that the protesters are calling for a minimum 6.5% increment.

Saying, "We called for a 10% increment, but government has offered us 3%. They forget that the cost of living has gone up, even the medical aid they offer us, GEMS is increasing their monthly contribution. Even school fees have gone up but not our salaries!"

The protest action is nationwide but would not affect service delivery in the health facilities.

04/11/2022

Among our keynote speakers, was Sunday Tribune editor and DUT Journalism alumni, Sandile Mdadane.

Mdadane, encouraged students to persevere and strive for excellence in their studies, saying Journalism is always evolving and the students will have to constantly upskill themselves to stay relevant in the field.

04/11/2022

Our third year journalists hard at work, capturing the moment and memories, during the Journalism Students Achievements Award’s today.

04/11/2022

Speaking at the Journalism Students Achievement Awards, seasoned journalist and GagasiFM newsreader Bright Ntuli advised the trainee journalists to, ‘Work hard, be determined, know where you’re going and accept criticism. Have respect for your work, your colleagues and your employer!’

Ntuli further advised the trainee journalists to keep mind the issue of time and to treat themselves as a brand.

She emphasised that the trainee journalists needed to read, watch and follow the news to remain abreast of what is unfolding in the world around them.

04/11/2022

The Witness Senior Reporter, Ndumiso Nxumalo addressing guests and students during the Journalism Students Achievements Awards.

He advised journalists to stay true to themselves, work diligently and to remain humble throughout their career.

04/11/2022

The Journalism Students Achievement Awards are about to commence!!

These awards are held annually but were put on hold in 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The awards seek to honour students who are still in the Bachelor of Journalism and the National Diploma in Journalism programmes, as well as those who have just recently completed.

This years return, sees the Radio award getting prize sponsorship from GagasiFM. One of Durbans leading radio station, that has some of our graduates in their employ.

Among the keynote speakers, we have Bright Ntuli from GagasiFM and Sandile Mdadane from Isolezwe.

03/11/2022

The Second Years hard at work, this morning in the Edit Suites.

While group work is not everyone’s cup of tea, the trainee journalists are encouraged to take part in group assessments.

26/10/2022

Journalists and media practitioners are invited to apply for the Journalism Honours Programme.

Applications close 11 November 2022.

25/10/2022

BREAKING NEWS! WhatsApp has confirmed that they are currently facing a global problem with the delivery of text messages.

Users of the app took to Twitter to confirm that the app is indeed down, while others have been venting for most of the morning on other social platforms.

How has this affected you?

22/10/2022

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Members of the Public Servants Association of South Africa (PSA) brought the CBD to a standstill in the Durban leg of the #PSAstrike , here the union members can be seen breaking out in song with some rolling on the ground. #dutjournalism

WATCH: MATUSA workers bringing the busy intersection on Khuzimpi and Market Road(s) to a standstill, earlier this morning. The workers are demanding to be made full time #EThekwiniMunicipality employees 🚩This is a developing story. #ethekwini #dutiziko #keepingyouinformed

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Former president Jacob Zuma addressed supporters in a virtual speech, his first public speech since he came home #LGE2021 #JZ #Nxamalala #Zuma #JacobZuma #durbansouthafrica #keepingyouinformed

Zuma Foundation spokesperson, Mzwanele Manyi reading speech sent in by General Bantu Holomisa, welcoming former President Jacob Zuma home #WenzeniUZuma #JacobZuma #LGE2021 #Zuma #JZ #durban #Nxamalala

'iNkosi yamaBhinca', Ngizwe Mchunu delivering his much anticipated speech at the National Welcome Prayer held in honour of former President Jacob Zuma in Durban today #LGE2021 #WenzeniUZuma #durban #JacobZuma #Nxamalala #JZ #keepingyouinformed #Zuma

Zuma loyalist, Ngizwe making his way to the stage. Ngizwe was among those arrested for being instigators of the violence and looting that took place in July #totalshutdown, which brought parts of KZN and Johannesburg to a standstill. #Zuma #Nxamalala #JacobZuma #durban #JZ #LGE2021 #keepingyouinformed #WenzeniUZuma

#FeesMustFall activist Bonginkosi Khanyile addressing crowds, stating that the courts ruling against former President Jacob Zuma was backward and fascist among other things #LGE2021 #WenzeniUZuma #JacobZuma #keepingyouinformed #durban #Nxamalala #JZ #acemagashule #Zuma

WATCH: As a transformer in Ashley, Pinetown is engulfed in smoke after it burnt out. The area is currently without electricity 🔌 🎙️UPDATE: Electricity supply to the area was restored around 15:15, after technicians by passed one of the transformers #keepingyouinformed

Embattled former eThekwini mayor, Zandile Gumede seated with fellow ANC Women's League members at the National Welcome prayer for Jacob Zuma held at the People's Park, Durban. #Zuma #Nxamalala #durban #JacobZuma #WenzeniUZuma #JZ #LGE2021

A representative from the House of Traditional Header's expressing their joy and support to the Jacob Zuma Foundation #LGE2021 #WenzeniUZuma #Zuma #Nxamalala #JZ #durban #JacobZuma

Bishop Nkomo of the Nazareth Baptist Church, leading the supporters in prayer. Welcoming former President Jacob Zuma home. There has been no confirmed sightings of #Zuma or his family as yet with speculation that he may not even make an appearance at the event, rife. #Zuma #JacobZuma #WenzeniUZuma #Nxamalala #LGE2021 #durban #acemagashule #JZ