As part of its ENVISION2030 strategy, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) aspires to produce adaptive graduates that will participate productively in the development of our region, country and the world. S’bonelo Dlamini, DUT Communication’s team member, recently engaged with the DUT Karate star Inathi Nkosiyane to share his student experience through sports and academics and how he/she lives the DUT Living Values.
Name: Inathi Nkosiyane
Place of birth: Bizana
Sport code: Karate
Qualification: Diploma Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering
Q: When did you join the DUT sport team?
A: “I joined on 20 March 2023.”
Q: What sparked your interest in this type of sport?
A: “In terms of my physical and mental fitness and I wanted to be increase these skills.”
Q: In terms of the position you play, elaborate what is entails and how it benefits the team?
A: “I want to inspire those who are new to karate, so that we can help each other grow in the sport.”
Q: Which other sport codes are you interested in and why?
A: I am keen in boxing, as I am interested in learning how to fight.”
Q: What is the biggest tournament you have participated in?
A: “I have participated in the USSA Tournament.”
Q: Why is it vital for DUT to develop students in sport?
A: “To create opportunities for students who are talented and to also help those who have a passion for a particular sport, to grow in it.”
Q: Who is your role model and why?
A: “It is Sfundo Nene, he’s the good fighter and is mentally strong.”
Q: Which ENVISION2030 living values and principles do you associate with and why?
A: “Compassion, being in the sport of karate means that you have to keep calm and be in control of your emotions.”
Q: Do you see a future in Karate?
A: “Yes, I do see a future in this sport.”
Q: As a DUT star, how does your role benefit your community?
A: “I aim to inspire those who are interested in karate.”
Q: What impact has sport made on your life?
A: “It has allowed to gain personal growth and mental fitness.”
Q: Can you suggest some ideas to attract spectators to varsity sports?
A: “I would suggest visiting communities and schools to demonstrate and teaching them how to protect them self on a daily basis.”
