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Mtshali-Jones’ daughter thanks DUT for honouring her mother while she is still alive
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DUT Chancellor, Ms Nonkululeko Nyembezi with Dr Thembi Mtshali-Jones at the Celebratory Dinner.
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MtshaliJones’ daughter thanks DUT for honouring her mother while she is still alive
SIMANGELE ZUMA
Phumzile Mtshali, the only daughter of the legendary actress, Dr Thembi Mtshali-Jones expressed her sincere gratitude to the Durban University of Technology (DUT) for conferring her mother with the honorary Doctor of Philosophy in Visual Arts and for honouring her with a Celebratory Dinner.
She was speaking at the lavish dinner hosted by DUT at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) on Wednesday evening, 20 July 2022. Prior to the dinner, on Wednesday morning, the DUT Chancellor, Ms Nonkululeko Nyembezi conferred Dr Mtshali-Jones with the Honorary Doctorate during the Celebratory Autumn Graduation held for the Faculty of Arts and Design, also at the ICC.
“I would really like to thank DUT for honouring my mum while she is still alive. This has allowed her to be able to celebrate her achievement with the people that she loves,” said Mtshali. She shared how she admires her mother’s courage and strength to persevere through hardships, stating that she has been with her through it all. In addition, she wished her mother long, successful years.
Other speakers included legendary filmmaker and producer, Duma kaNdlovu. Speaking on behalf of the ‘Imbewu: The Seed’ crew which was also present at the event was Mr Duma kaNdlovu, the show’s Executive Producer applauded Dr Mtshali-Jones who stars as MaNdlovu on the show for her hard work throughout her acting career. He spoke about her consistency and dedication to performing arts.
The DUT Drama students also showcased their singing and dancing talent to the guests at the dinner. Meanwhile the ‘Imbewu: The Seed’ crew that attended the dinner sang to the guests in celebration and support of their colleague. The moment became even more special when Dr Mtshali-Jones joined in the singing, leaving the guests highly entertained and enjoying the pleasant night.
