CUT | Alumni

Welcome to the CUT Alumni Community

Alumni are all holders of a Central University of Technology, Free State certificate, diploma, or degree. This includes all past students of the Vista University Campus in Welkom, which was incorporated into the former Technikon Free State on 1 January 2004 to form our current institution.

No matter where your career has taken you, you remain a vital part of the CUT family. Your journey continues with us.

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Ensure you receive the latest alumni news, event invitations, and opportunities by keeping your contact details up to date in our system.

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Why Stay Connected?

As a CUT graduate, you are part of a thriving network of innovators, leaders, and changemakers. Staying engaged offers you:

Professional Networking: Connect with a worldwide network of CUT professionals through regional chapters and interest groups.
Career & Mentorship Opportunities: Access career support, or pay it forward by mentoring current CUT students.
Exclusive Events: Participate in alumni reunions, the annual Alumni Half Marathon, and special campus gatherings.

CUT Alumni News

Stay informed about the latest achievements, events, and stories from your alma mater.

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Recent Newsletter Editions

Special Edition - 2025 Alumni Half Marathon (PDF) → | 18 March 2026
Seventeenth Edition (PDF) → | 28 November 2025
Sixteenth Edition (PDF) → | 31 October 2025
Special Edition - 2025 Autumn Graduations (PDF) → | 15 August 2025
Fifteenth Edition (PDF) → | 14 May 2025
Fourteenth Edition (PDF) → | 26 November 2024
Thirteenth Edition (PDF) → | 16 October 2024
Twelfth Edition (PDF) → | 01 July 2024

(Older editions from 2023 and earlier are available in the Newsletter Archive below.)

Chapters and Interest Groups

A CUT Alumni Chapter is a regional branch where there is a concentration of former students. Chapters execute programmes that support CUT’s mission and provide valuable feedback on how the university can better serve its graduates.

South African Chapters

Mangaung: Mr Mpho Rasenyalo
Frances Baard: Mr Thabo Ramabina
Matjhabeng: Mr Mothobi Tshabalala
Tswelopele: Mr Marvellous Namusi
Gauteng: Mr Thabang Koloi
Dr Ruth Mompati: Mr Solomon Khiba
Moqhaka: Mr Thulani Klass
Maluti-a-Phofung: Mr Lucky Maseko
Cape Town: Ms Kim van Bosch

International Chapters

Maseru: Mr Mopeli Nthejane
Gaborone: Ms Mildred Baikakedi

Interest Groups

CRPM/PDTS/Mechanical Engineering: Mr John Antunes (Chairperson)
CUT Seniors Club: Mr Rolihlahla Alexander (Chairperson)

Contact: Please email alumni@cut.ac.za and indicate which chapter or group you would like to contact.

Community Highlights

Explore our vibrant community through key moments from our events, including the Cape Town Alumni Chapter leadership, the CRPM/PDTS/Mechanical Engineering Interest Group launch, and the Gaborone Alumni Chapter Launch.

Alumni Events and Activities

Get Involved and Give Back

There are many ways to remain an active part of the CUT community:

Volunteer to serve on a regional chapter committee.
Help trace fellow alumni and organize special events around the country.
Participate in student recruitment and career mentorship programmes.
Share your professional achievements and news features for inclusion in the CUT alumni newsletter.