Professional Background

Dr Bianca Mkhize-Simelane has been a Lecturer in the Department of Tourism and Event Management since 2019.

She began her academic journey at Tshwane University of Technology, where she completed a Diploma in 2011, a BTech in 2013 and a Master's degree in Tourism Management in 2017. She further developed her academic practice through postgraduate studies in Higher Education and completed her PhD in Tourism Management at North-West University in 2023.

Her doctoral research focused on sustainability and entomophagy tourism. She is also certified as a Moderator and Assessor and has proficiency in tourism industry systems including Galileo and Amadeus.

Her continued professional development reflects a strong commitment to tourism education, teaching practice and the advancement of sustainable approaches within Tourism and Event Management.

Areas of Expertise

• • Sustainable Tourism
• • Eco-Tourism
• • Entomophagy Tourism
• • Food Security
• • Community Development
• • Environmental Conservation
• • Sustainable Economic Development through Tourism