UKZN 's College of Law and Management Studies

12/10/2026

The Graduate School of Business and Leadership at the University of KwaZulu-Nata(UKZN) celebrated the transformative development journey of 22 inspiring social entrepreneurs at the Demo Day.

09/10/2026

We proudly celebrate our alumna Judge Navi Pillay, the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize laureate! Congratulations Judge Pillay!

A lifetime of courage, justice and standing up for human dignity.

We proudly celebrate our alumna Judge Navi Pillay, the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Her legacy reminds us that the pursuit of justice can give hope to generations and that greatness is measured by the lives we impact.

Congratulations, Judge Pillay. You inspire us all.

09/10/2026

Highlights of the 54th Ellie Newman Memorial Moot Court Competition.

09/10/2026

UKZN PMB School of Law transforming legal education through African languages!

07/10/2026

Get ready for the next step in your postgraduate studies journey at UKZN 🎓

Join us for the UKZN Postgraduate Information Session 2026 and find out more about our Postgraduate degrees.

📅 Tuesday, 13 October 2026
🕒 15H00 – 16H30 (SAST)
📍 Howard College Theatre, Howard College Campus, UKZN

What you can expect:
✅ Explore postgraduate programmes
✅ Funding & scholarships
✅ Admissions & applications
✅ International student support
✅ Life beyond graduation: staying connected with UKZN
Who should attend? Final-year undergraduate students, Honours students and Master's students.
👉 Attend in person (RSVP): https://f.mtr.cool/g8u6z0l1tq
💻 Join virtually: https://f.mtr.cool/si60glpqez
Plan your future. Invest in your next degree.

17/09/2026

🎓 UKZN College of Law and Management Studies | Spring Graduation Special Edition
A huge congratulations to all our University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) College of Law and Management Studies graduates! Reaching this milestone is a testament to your hard work, resilience, and dedication.
Discover some of the inspirational journeys and success stories from our phenomenal graduates in the latest NdabaOnline Graduation Special Edition: 🔗 https://ndabaonline.ukzn.ac.za/UkzndabaNewsletter/Vol14-Issue32-clms-grad
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16/09/2026

Humanitarian NPO Co-Founder of Clowns without Borders SouthAfrica, Ms Lindokuhle ‘Lulu’ Ngcobo graduated with a Master of Commerce in Management.
Ngcobo balanced her postgraduate studies with her grass-roots humanitarian work as head of the artist-led humanitarian organisation which is dedicated to improving the psychosocial well-being of children and communities affected by crisis.

Ngcobo’s thesis, titled ‘Effectiveness of Capacity-Building Initiatives: A Case Study of Clowns Without Borders South Africa,’ was supervised by Dr Vangeli Gamede and Professor Matthew Kimanzi. The study - which was done during the COVID-19 pandemic and amid major funding cuts which included USAID/PEPFAR - explored how effectively the organisation equips partner institutions to implement and scale evidence-based positive-parenting programmes.

Over the past 12 years, the graduate says she has guided Clowns Without Borders South Africa through exponential growth. She says she brings extensive experience in international cross-border operations and has collaborated with academics, donors, other non-profit-organisations, and government teams to deliver pioneering, evidence-based programmes designed for global scale.

“Compared with the public and private sectors, non-profit organisations are sometimes viewed as informal structures addressing small-scale problems - I am committed to challenging that perception. An NPO can be professionally managed, strategically ambitious, and capable of lasting impact at scale. Our organisation has strengthened the capacity of trainers and implementers in more than 23 countries across Africa and beyond, demonstrating that sound business practice with quality programme offering can sustain and expand social-development programmes,” she said.

For Ngcobo, combining her academic achievements with hands-on practice marks a vital step forward for both her leadership and her broader policy goals.

16/09/2026

National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) District Court prosecutor Smiso Khanyase graduated with a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Khanyase’s firsthand experience in South Africa’s criminal justice system inspired Khanyase to research how technology can boost court efficiencies and broaden access to justice.
His research titled, Enhancing the Use of Technology in the Prosecution of Cases at the National Prosecuting Authority," was supervised by Dr Xoliswa Majola.
The study found that technology alone is rarely the solution as successful digital transformation depends on a broader ecosystem that includes reliable connectivity, adequate infrastructure, user training, organisational support and effective change management.
“Without these elements, even well-designed technological solutions may fail to deliver their intended benefits. The topic was particularly meaningful because it stemmed from my own experience working within the criminal justice sector. My hope is that my research will contribute to a more practical and realistic understanding of digital transformation, particularly in the public sector where implementation challenges are often underestimate,” said Khanyase.

16/09/2026

Award winning author, lawyer and digital Content Creator Xolo Songca graduated with a Master of Laws (LLM) in Constitutional Theory, Law and Litigation.
Songca, who is widely recognised for his debut political non-fiction book The African Code, actively interacts with audiences on social media platforms such as TikTok and X where he shares his opinion on legal issues, education, and societal values.
Driven by a desire to strengthen South African law and constitutional governance, Songca’s master’s research addresses critical systemic challenges within local government.
“I believe the most significant societal impact of my research is it moves the discussion about municipal dysfunction beyond statistics and government reports and towards the lived experiences of communities.”
Supervised by Professor Warren Freedman, Songca’s study, Examining the rising number of municipalities under Section 139 interventions in KwaZulu-Natal: A determination of municipal dysfunctionality and dissolution in terms of Section 139(5) of the Constitution, investigates the laws that allow the provincial government to intervene in the affairs of a dysfunctional municipality.
“I was driven by my desire to understand why so many municipalities struggle to fulfil their constitutional responsibilities. I found that municipal dysfunctionality is rarely caused by one issue, but is often the result of political instability, poor financial management, weak leadership, inadequate institutional capacity and a lack of accountability,” said Songca.
For Songca, earning his LLM from UKZN marks a milestone in a personal journey intertwined with institutional history. Having previously earned his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at the University, he also shares a familial link to UKZN as his uncle, Professor Sandile Songca, was the former Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Teaching and Learning.
” I come from a family of deeply intellectual and accomplished scholars and professionals. I have authored and published two award-winning books. My family, especially my parents are very excited. I was with my wife when I first heard the news and she is ecstatic especially because she has witnessed the hard work and sacrifices, we both put into this.”

2. Humanitarian NPO Co-Founder of Clowns without Borders South Africa, Ms Lindokuhle ‘Lulu’ Ngcobo graduated with a Master of Commerce in Management.
Ngcobo balanced her postgraduate studies with her grass-roots humanitarian work as head of the artist-led humanitarian organisation which is dedicated to improving the psychosocial well-being of children and communities affected by crisis.

11/09/2026

Degrees secured. Greatness confirmed. Now it’s time to own the stage. Clock it! 🤏🎓

Join us for our Spring Graduation on 15 and 16 September 2026.
We’re ready to celebrate our Spring Class of 2026 in true UKZN style.