BUA Vol 8 Issue 4

Cultural and Musical
Event Encourages Unity in Diversity
By Fundani Mgabisa
RISING STAR
in distance running
By Asiphe Mjongile
Morema Rodney Phukubye, a second-year student studying
crop production, has made a name for himself in the
distance running race.
TUT Ga-Rankuwa choir performing Give Me My Soul, a classical choral
piece
The Directorate of Extracurricular Development (DED) Choral
Music Society hosted a cultural and music event at the Ga-
Rankuwa Campus on Wednesday, September 11, celebrating
cultural diversity and promoting gender inclusivity.
The event featured various activities including musical
performances and dance. Campus choir member showcased their
versatile talents by performing multiple music genres such as choral,
gospel, and hip-hop.
Guest artist Andiswa “Andz” Mbabane, performed “Count on Me”
alongside the TUT quartet ladies- Angela Mashaba, Amukelane
Chauke, Sinethemba Mkhwanazi, and Tumelo Tshikombeni.Other
highlights included performances by the South African Army HQ Choir
and the South Africa Air Force Choir.
He holds a remarkable second place finish in the 10 km race at the
Tshwane University of Techonology Corporation event on the 27th of
July. As a result of his outstanding performance, He has been selected
to join the prestigious Athletics Gauteng North team.
Phukubye said being selected as number two at the TUT Corporation
Race and joining the Athletics Gauteng North team is an incredible
opportunity . He is looking forward to contributing to the team, and
he is committed to succeeding.“The race went well overall, I felt
strong and focused throughout, but I did face some challenges, such
as tough competitors,” he said.
Phukubye is preparing for the highly anticipated South Africa's (SAs)
Championships and the Cross-Country University Sport South Africa
(USSA) event scheduled for spring.
A spectator,Allen Ramafela, said that watching the race was inspiring,
and seeing Phukubye finish as number two was a standout moment.
“Joining the Athletics Gauteng North team is a big achievement, and
I am excited to see how Morema will continue to excel and shine in
future competitions, he said.”
His mentor, Beauty Matsemela, said, “I am incredibly proud of
how my athlete performed in this race,finishing second in such a
competitive marathon is a testament to their hard work, dedication,
and resilience.”
The South African Air force choir performing at the inaugural Ga-
Rankuwa choir concert
Rodney Morema Phukubye
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