INTEGRATED COMMUNICATION DESIGN STUDENT SHINES AT ROTOCON Wine Label Competition By Phidiso Makwana Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is celebrating the success of its students at the recent Rotocon Wine Label Design Competition held on <strong>April</strong> 16th, 2024. Zenzele Nkambule, an Integrated Communication Design (ICD) Advanced Diploma student, was crowned the grand prize winner. Nkambule walked away with an impressive R30,000 cash prize and a trip to Cape Town. Siyamdunisa Ntebeko Mbele, another ICD student (third year), secured the runner-up position, taking home an R15,000 prize. Nkambule expressed his joy and gratitude, acknowledging the support of his lecturers in his achievement. He highlighted the demanding nature of the competition but emphasized his immense pride in winning. Mbele shared his excitement and surprise at his success, vowing to keep honing his design skills and personal growth. The judges acknowledged the exceptional quality of entries, making the final decision a challenge. Michael, a representative from the judging panel, commended all participants' efforts and encouraged them to persevere. Schalk van Staden, an ICD lecturer, echoed this sentiment, reminding students that while there can only be one winner, their hard work and talent are commendable. The ICD department is proud of its student's accomplishments and will continue to inspire and empower them to push boundaries. Upcoming competitions are on the horizon, and all students are encouraged to stay tuned for exciting opportunities. Victory for LUYANDA MAMPANE By Lindokuhle Nkosi Luyanda Mampane emerged victorious at the ACGL EA Sports FC 24 NG gaming tournament . “Personally, I am very happy because it means I’m improving and professionally it gives me some hope. I have a future in the game”, said Luyanda. The gamer continued to add on how he did not even score the first goal in any of his matches but that did not stop him from winning the whole thing. Luyanda has been working on a new formation which is probably familiar within the world of football today where the fullbacks are used during attacking, they will overlap and surprise the opposing team with crosses and goals. Mampane also mentioned on how he plays ultimate team as much as he can, and it has really improved his game. “I will just keep entering more competitions and use what I have learned to improve and win even more”, said Luyanda gamer when he was asked about his future after the competition. The highlight of the tournament was during the final when he equalized in the final minutes of the game which earned him a replay, the very same replay that ensured that he wins the whole tournament. Luyanda mentioned on how he dedicates himself to his studies first and then goes hard on gaming if he gets a chance and only if he feels like he has covered most things on the academic side. Siyamdumisa Mbele , runner up for Rotocon Wine Label Competition, third year student for ICD Zenzele Nkambule Winner of the Rotocon Wine Label, TUT Alumni and Advanced Diploma Student Luyanda Mampane <strong>BUA</strong> page 12
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