DUT student wins MetPac-SA Gold Research Award
Research on critical environmental challenges has won an aspiring researcher and DUT Advanced Diploma in Business Law student a Gold Research Award from the Metal Packaging Association of South Africa (MetPac-SA).
HARD work, critical thinking and perseverance are some of the reasons that Durban University of Technology student, Mthabiseni Majola, managed to pip over 20 other students from across the country to earn the prestigious Gold Research Award from the Metal Packaging Association of South Africa (MetPac-SA).
Majola was up against 28 of her peers in the competition, but her research on “Consumer Practices and Challenges in Recycling Metal Packaging in South Africa” garnered the attention of the assessors, leading to the 21-year-old receiving a call from Dr Ravi Nadar, MetPac-SA research analyst, informing her about coming out top in the competition.
“Winning the Gold Research Award is a milestone achievement that holds deep personal significance. It validates my hard work and dedication, proving that perseverance and commitment yield great rewards,” said Majola. Her research demonstrated exceptional dedication, analytical rigour and a strong commitment to addressing critical environmental challenges.
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“My ability to synthesise data, generate actionable insights and propose practical solutions was particularly noteworthy. These qualities, combined with my diligent approach to research, set me apart from other participants. Research has always been an area of great interest for me and this achievement has further solidified my passion for contributing to meaningful and impactful studies,” said Majola.
The aspiring researcher and Advanced Diploma in Business Law student said the award was also a win for DUT. “It demonstrates the institution’s ability to produce high-calibre students who can compete and excel at a national level. I take great pride in representing DUT and living the values and principles of ENVISION2030. I hope that my success brings further recognition to the university’s research excellence,” added Majola.
The Silver Research Award went to Seth Geysman from the University of the Western Cape. Meanwhile, the Bronze Research Awards were presented to Libonge Blandine from Stellenbosch University, Denae Naicker from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and Belinda Manda from the University of Johannesburg.
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