TUT Reappoints Two Executive Deans and Senior Director in Affirmation of Excellent Women Leaders.
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has reappointed two Executive Deans and a Senior Director, in affirmation of the excellent women leaders at the institution. The reappointments come as part of TUT’s ongoing commitment to gender equity and to recognizing and supporting the leadership contributions of women in higher education.
According to the announcement, the reappointments include Prof. Nalini Moodley-Diar, who will serve a second term as Executive Dean: Faculty of the Arts and Design. Prof. Polly Mashigo has also been reappointed as Executive Dean for the Faculty of Economics and Finance. Dr Mumthaz Boonabhai will serve another term as Senior Director at the Directorate of Higher Education Development Support (HEDS).
“We are proud to reappoint Prof. Nalini Moodley-Diar, Prof. Polly Mashigo and Dr. Mumthaz Boonabhai, who are all exceptional leaders and have made significant contributions to TUT. We believe that these reappointments send a strong message of support to women leaders at TUT and in the wider higher education community,” said a spokesperson for the university.
The reappointments were made after a rigorous selection process, which involved consultation with faculty and staff members, as well as input from external experts in the relevant fields. The process was designed to ensure that the best candidates were selected for the positions and that the university’s commitment to gender equity was upheld.
“We believe that diversity is a strength, and we are committed to promoting gender equity and diversity at TUT. We are proud to have exceptional women leaders like Prof. Nalini Moodley-Diar, Prof. Polly Mashigo and Dr. Mumthaz Boonabhaii, who serve as role models and mentors for our students and staff,” said the spokesperson.
The reappointments of the Executive Deans and Senior Director have been well-received by the TUT community, who have praised the university’s commitment to gender equity and to recognizing and supporting the contributions of women leaders.
“I am proud to be part of an institution that recognizes and supports women leaders. These reappointments send a strong message of support to women at TUT and in the wider community, and I believe that they will inspire and empower the next generation of women leaders,” said a TUT staff member.
TUT is a leading public university in South Africa, known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and social responsibility. The university offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs, as well as research and community engagement initiatives.
