Through the efforts of the UKZN Foundation, six UKZN postgraduate students have been awarded Tata Africa Bursaries during a ceremony held on the Howard College campus.
The bursaries are awarded to top performing, disadvantaged postgraduate students from different fields.
In his official welcome, UKZN Foundation acting Executive Director, Mr Steve Camp, congratulated the students and thanked Tata for their assistance and support to students over the years. ‘The Tata bursaries are significant because they make a difference in the lives of students,’ he said.
Attending the awards ceremony, Tata’s Executive Director, Mr Harneet Luther, spoke about the partnership with UKZN and the philosophy of the company. ‘We are grateful to have partnered with UKZN to assist students. Partnerships exists when there are common values, excellence and trust. Young people deserve better education and economic opportunities in order to ensure a better South Africa is developed and maintained for future generations. Tata’s focus is to continue improving the quality of creating equal opportunities in education.’
Luther thanked the students, encouraging them to give back and contribute to their communities and society.
Finance, Banking and Investment Management student, Mr Wandile Majozi, is grateful to Tata. ‘This bursary means everything to me. It will help me pay off my university debt and complete my studies.’
Honours student in Finance, Ms Cassidy Lee Moodley, said receiving the bursary allowed her to focus on her studies and not have to worry about fees. ‘This is a huge financial weight off my shoulders and my parents. I can now look forward to a career in investment banking. I am also thankful to the UKZN Foundation for assisting with funding from donors and partners.’
Mr Mohummed Khan was also grateful to Tata for their financial support. ‘The bursary I received after completing my Postgraduate Diploma in Finance, Banking and Investment Management was a wonderful surprise, and a great motivator. It recognised my hard work and alleviated some of the financial pressure, allowing me to focus on my future goals. I am forever grateful for the investment in my future and the trust placed in me.’
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