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We are pleased to welcome some new faces joining the KwaZulu-Natal Museum! We look forward to the contributions you will make on this exciting journey as we continue our mission to preserve, educate, and inspire.

𝐀𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐮

Holds a BSc (Hons) Archaeology degree from WITS University and has a strong interest in Iron Age archaeology and zooarchaeology. She will be joining the Museum’s Human Science Dept. as part of the HSRC internship programme for the next 2 years.

𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐞 𝐋𝐚 𝐅𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞

An entomologist and DIPoDIP PhD. student at the KZN Museum and University of Pretoria. His research focus is the taxonomic revision of the Afrotropical nose fly genus Rhyncomya (Calliphoridae: Rhiniinae) as part of the DIPoDIP project. Ben will be based at the Museum’s Natural Science Dept. for the next 3 years.

𝐋𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐤𝐮𝐡𝐥𝐞 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢

Joins the Museum’s Human Science Dept. as part of the KZN Amafa Internship programme. Lethokuhle holds a BA Degree, majoring in Political Science and Sociology from the University of KZN. She will be with the Museum for the next 6 months.

𝐍𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐰𝐚

Holds a diploma in Public Management from uMgungundlovu TVET College and joins the Museum as part of the KZN Amafa Internship programme. She will join the Administrative Department, as part of the Human Resources team for the next 6 months.

𝐍𝐨𝐱𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐙𝐢𝐤𝐨𝐝𝐞

Recently graduated from Rhodes University with a BFA degree, Noxolo joins the Exhibitions Dept. as she seeks to gain invaluable work experience over the next 3 weeks.

𝐈𝐧-𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐬

The trainees will join the Education Department’s front-line staff for the next 6 months.

𝐍𝐨𝐛𝐮𝐡𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞, 𝐙𝐢𝐧𝐡𝐥𝐞 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢, 𝐀𝐰𝐨𝐧𝐤𝐞 𝐍𝐝𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢, 𝐍𝐤𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐤𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐚 𝐆𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐞 - Durban University of Technology Tourism students.

𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐛𝐞: Esayidi TVET College, Tourism student.

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Sabalala Nolwazi Expands to Zululand District: Taking Museum Learning on the Road

The KwaZulu-Natal Museum is excited to share that its flagship education programme, Sabalala Nolwazi, is growing! This much-loved outreach initiative is heading to a brand-new region, the Zululand District, where it will bring fun, hands-on learning to 13 more primary schools.

Running from 22 to 25 April 2025, this next chapter of Sabalala Nolwazi will be delivered by the Museum’s passionate Education Outreach team, working hand-in-hand with the KwaZulu-Natal Amafa and Research Institute. Together, they’ll be visiting the following schools: Babanango, Buhlebelanga, Embudle, Landulwazi, Goje, Kujabuleni, Hlungulwani, Twasana, Bhekamakhosi, Jongimfundo, Dingane, King Mageba, and KwaThengisangaye.

The Sabalala Nolwazi Outreach Programme is all about making learning exciting and accessible. It supports learners in Grades 4 to 7 by offering engaging, CAPS-aligned content in Natural Sciences and Social Sciences. Through real museum specimens, fascinating artefacts, eye-catching visuals, and interactive experiments, the programme brings subjects to life, right in the classroom.

This expansion marks a proud moment for the KZN Museum and its partners, highlighting a shared commitment to enriching education, one school at a time. By meeting learners where they are, Sabalala Nolwazi continues to break down barriers to quality education, ensuring that even the most rural schools have access to inspiring, hands-on learning experiences.

Stay tuned as we share stories from the road, and the smiles from learners discovering the magic of museum learning!

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National Library Week celebrations may have come to an end; however, we want to take a moment to express our deepest appreciation for the incredible staff of the KwaZulu-Natal Museum Library. Your dedication, knowledge, and passion for preserving history and making information accessible are truly invaluable.

From assisting researchers, to meticulously curating our vast collection of books, archives, and historical records, your work ensures that the past remains alive while empowering future generations with knowledge.

Libraries are more than just buildings filled with books—they are gateways to learning, discovery, and inspiration. A cornerstone of enriching and sustaining communities.

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As we celebrate women and girls in the field of science during #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience, here is a look back at our recent outing at Pietermaritzburg Girls' High School's 2025 STEM Fair event, where we rubbed shoulders with young and budding STEM enthusiasts.

https://youtu.be/ldJUeXo3Qr4

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