Staff Profiles

Dr. Israel Creleanor Mulaudzi, a distinguished South African educational professional, has contributed to the field of education for over 29 years. Born on August 22, 1971. Dr. Mulaudzi has earned multiple qualifications, including a Doctor of Education (DED) in Educational Psychology-University of Zululand, Master of Education in Educational Management (MEDEM)-the University of Venda, Master of Arts MA) in English Language- University of Zululand, Bachelor of Education in Education, Training and Development (BeD Hon)-Rand Afrikaanse Universiteit, Bachelor of Arts Honours in English ( BA Hon)- University of Venda, Bachelor of Arts (BA)- University of Venda, Further Diploma in Remedial Education – Rand Afrikaanse Universiteit and Primary Teachers Diploma-Westminister College of Education.. Qualifications in English Language, Remedial Education, and Theology further enrich her academic background.

Dr. Mulaudzi has held various influential roles in educational institutions, notably as a Lecturer at the University of Venda since 2023, where she also serves as a Coordinator for the Bachelor of Education Intermediate Phase. Her previous experience includes a principalship at Lurenzheni Primary School, where she led initiatives to improve school culture and outcomes.

A prolific researcher, Dr. Mulaudzi has authored studies addressing critical issues in education, such as the effects of teacher stress on learner performance and the challenges faced by rural teachers in South Africa. Her recent publications, which appear in respected journals like the Journal of Education and Human Development, reflect her commitment to exploring the dynamics of academic performance, reading challenges, and teacher stress in rural contexts.

Dr. Mulaudzi’s dedication extends beyond academia into community engagement. She actively participates in local initiatives, including co-founding the “Nurse the Girl in You” program, Judaroeis fun walk events, serving as a speaker for Phalaphala FM’s educational broadcasts, National and international Beauty pageants title holder, 42 KM Old mutual marathon runner and the best program Director at the University of Venda women celebration. Recognized for her excellence in teaching and engagement, Dr. Mulaudzi has received accolades such as the Excellence in Teachers Award from Vhembe District and a provincial award in reading promotion.

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Department of English, Media Studies and Linguistics School of Human and Social Sciences

MRS HANGWANI CHRISTINAH MUDAU

Designation: Lecturer: Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education.    Department of Educational Studies

Qualifications: MED (Psychology of Learning)- UJ, BED Honors (Educational Management and Leadership)-UJ, BTECH (Educational Management)-TUT, FDE (Home Economics)-CESA, STD-Ramaano Mbulaheni Training College, Matric-Mukula Secondary School

Certificates: HIV/AIDS Care and Counselling-UNISA, Ministerial Diploma-Kingdom School of Ministry, Further Education and Training Product Workshop-Shuter & Shooter Publishers (Pty) Ltd, Thuthuka Educator Training Program- Thuthuka.

Phone: +2715 962 9475

Email : Hangwani.mudau@univen.ac.za

Office : FF-25 New Education Building

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Mr Makhafola Thabo is a junior Lecturer in the Department of English, Media Studies, and Linguistics. He is an emerging academic in the higher education sector. He specializes in post-colonial studies.

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Orcid:  https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3984-4457?lang=en

Department: English, Media studies and linguistics
Designation: Junior lecturer
Qualification:   BA (Media Studies, Univen), BA (Hons, Univen), PGCE (UNISA distinction)
Telephone: 015 962 9427
Email: Thabo.Makhafola@univen.ac.za
Office: C-18

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Dr Thivhavhudzi Muriel Badugela  is a Lecturer in the Department of Educational Studies. She has worked for over 5 years in the higher education sector. S/he specializes in Curriculum Studies and has published extensively in peer-reviewed and accredited journals. Her recent publications are: 1)Thesis: Exploring the viability of integrating Indigenous knowledge into Life Orientation Curriculum year: 2019. She has also written book chapters. Re-Thinking the role of indigenous System in Life Skills Education Among the Youth of Local Communities, chapter 19, Year: 2022. Revisiting the effects of colonialism on Africa’s Indigenous knowledge. Chapter 4, Year: 2024. She has supervised Honours students. Dr Badugela is a Lecturer in the Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education at the University of Venda.

Qualifications: PhD Univen, M.ed UNISA, B.ed Hons North West, B.A UNISA, ACE UNISA (ENGLISH), ACE UNISA (TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION), ACE(TOURISM SACTE), STD (diploma).
Email: Thivhavhudzi.Badugela@univen.ac.za
Office No: GF14

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/thivhavhudzi-muriel-badugela-5b927623b

Orcid: 0000-0001-9122-5915

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Designation: Senior Lecturer
Qualifications: D.Ed, M.Ed in Education Management, (RAU) B.Ed (UNISA in Education Management), B.A (UNISA), HED (VISTA in commerce), PG Dip HE (Rhodes), SPTC (Tshisimani).
Phone: +2715 962 9114
Email: ndanganeni.litshani@uiven.ac.za
Office No: FF28, New Education Building

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Designation: Senior Lecturer
Qualifications: DED (Educational Management) University of Zululand, M.ED (Educational Management) University of Venda, BA (Unisa), BED (Educational Management ) Unisa, FDE (Educational Management) Unisa. STD (Makhado College) Dip. in Theology (The Living Gospel World Mission Church), Certificate in Computer (Avuxeni Computer Academy).
Phone: +2715 962 9102.
Email: grace.muremela@univen.ac.za
Office No: FF27, New Education Building

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Designation: Senior Lecturer
Qualifications: DEd (Education Management) (UNIVEN), MTECH (Education Management (TUT), ACE(SML), Bed (Education Management) (UNIVEN), BA(Hons)(UNIVEN), BA (Ed)(UNIVEN)
Phone: +2715 962 9111
Email: dzivhonele.sinthumule@univen.ac.za
Office No: FF23, New Education Building

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Department: Department of Educational Studies
Designation: Lecturer
Qualifications: M.Ed., UNIVEN (Psychology of Education), B.Ed. (Guidance and Counselling) (UNIVEN), B.A(ED) (UNIVEN),
Phone: +27 15 962 9088
Email: nwakwana.thenga@univen.ac.za
Office No: GF24, New Education Building

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Designation: Senior Lecturer & Head of Department
Qualifications: D. Ed Curriculum Studies (Unisa), M. Ed Curriculum Studies (Univen), B. Ed-(Hons) Educational Management and Leadership (UCT), BA (Univen), Advanced Diploma in ABET (Unisa), Certificate in ABET (Unisa), Diploma (Human Resource Management and Labour Relations (Univen), JSTC (Venda College of Education).
Phone: +2715 962 9081
Email: nkhangweleni.mafenya@univen.ac.za
Office No: GF-31, New Education Building

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