The Hlanganani Midday show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Dineo Mokoena

Mvelo Hadebe was also joined by Dineo Mokoena, a Junior Lecturer from UCT currently pursuing her Master’s degree. She briefly touched on her presentation, offering insight into her research focus and how it aligns with the goals of the Scholarship of Engagement Conference.

Dineo highlighted the importance of young academics contributing to socially responsive scholarship and discussed how platforms like this conference help bridge knowledge gaps through collaboration and community-centered research. Her reflections added a valuable emerging-scholar perspective to the conversation, emphasizing the role of postgraduate research in driving meaningful societal impact.