This edition is definitely a snack, nice and short but packs enough flavour to keep you reading!
Congratulations Are In Order - The Work Space
Londekile Dhlamini from C16 has signed a contract with TIH as their new Junior Digital Analyst.
Thabiso Moruledi from C15 has signed a Contract with VML as their new Junior Copywriter.
Nyeleti (Zaza) Maluleka from C19 has joined Grey Advertising as a junior Copywriter.
Manelisi Madini from C22 has joined Glo Lighting on Work Experience as a Junior Developer.
Nkululeko Zikode from C22 has joined Glo Lighting on Work Experience as a Junior Developer.
Copywriting Spotlight
Cohort 26’s Shining Stars!
There is two Umuzi Kicker making serious moves in the Copywriting Space. They are said to be two of the recruits who, “stand out and shine”, amongst the rest. Their creative light is said to be the blinding type. They are none other than Aidan Lewis and TK aka Thoko Ntsiki.
“He is a copywriting recruit who has impressed all the managers in the department because of the effort and diligence he puts into his work. He embodies Umuzi's values of hard work, dedication and just chilled vibes”. - Patamedi (Aidan)
“TK standS out for me in terms of performance, attendance, taking initiative, and attempting to complete daily deliverables” - Hloniphile (TK)
UI/UX Design Spotlight
Feast your eyes on the exceptional women in tech movement unfolding on this slide deck! I love the fact that we are not waiting till August 9th to celebrate the hard work and dedication shown by Simphiwe, Keneilwe, Yolanda and Ditshepo. You guys are said, to all have your individual strengths but it's your perseverance that does it for Hloniphile. Thank you guys, keep up the great work. We love to see it.
TECH SPOTLIGHT IS ON…
PSF1 - PSF2
This month is packed with some major move makers from the tech side of life. These guys have moved from Problem-Solving Foundations 1 to Problem-Solving Foundations 2! You guys keep it moving and we like it. Well done keep up the great work!
PSF2 - PSF3
Leading the pack this month are Thapelo, Thabang and Siphiwe(Umzuzi Junior Manager) they are seriously kissing ass. They have moved from Problem-Solving Foundations 2 to Problem-Solving Foundations 3! They are definitely the people to call when you have a problem. Congratulations guys!
Behind The Umuzi Scenes
Anonymous Birdie Shoutout
An Anonymous Birdie would like to send a special shoutout to Carly our Creative Director, This is what they had to say about her,
“Carly is an absolute star! Honestly, she is such a cool person who is doing so much good for the department, I feel she doesn't get the credit she deserves. Not only that but she runs the coolest gallery I have ever been to. It's a digital art exhibition called Digital Gardens and it's mind-blowing. She doesn't want to put it on blast herself but I don't care much for such humility... We need to make noise about it”
We appreciate the hard work and dedication you put into Making Umuzi Better. Listen, we are feeling the impact and seeing it too. Thank you!
An ACN Moment!
The African Coding Network celebrated Africa Day in partnership with African Union Development Agency-NEPAD. Our very own Warwick Vlantis was one of the speakers for the day. The aim of this year’s celebration was to give African youth a platform to showcase their talents through arts, culture, heritage, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Read more about it by clicking here.
Throwback Of The Month
James Morrison - The Self Taught Murderer...
This month’s throwback goes way back to 2018. A SPOOF of Mr. Morrison’s failed attempt at a life of crime. It’s safe to say that Crime doesn’t pay people.
Enjoy!