College of Business and Economics | Annual Report 2022 6 CBE NRF-RATED RESEARCHERS There were 37 NRF-rated researchers at the end of 2022, indicating an increase of nine rated researchers from 2021. Of these, ten were newly rated or retained their rating in 2022. Prof MT Ewing, Prof RN Nunkoo, and Prof CM Rogerson are B-rated researchers that enjoy recognition from their peers for the high quality and impact of their recent research outputs. Dr Oliver Takawira: UJ ViceChancellor Award-Most Promising Young Teacher of the Year Prof Ben Marx: SAICA Difference Makers Awards as the most significant contributor to “Excellence in Education” Mr Lawrie Ndlovu: UJ ViceChancellor Distinguished Award: Service Beyond the Call of Duty Ms. Lethiwe Nzama: Institute of Internal Auditors (SA) as Educator of the Year Award 2022 Ms Rodene Dye won the SABPP 2022 Award in the National Committee Leadership category Dr Stella Bvuma: Nominated for a U21 award for the work that has furthered the U21 network’s principles of internationalisation. She was also nominated for the International Woman of Stature 2023 in the Innovation and Technology category. Dr Bvuma also serves as Deputy Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the State Information Technology Agency, South Africa. RECOGNITIONS, AWARDS, AND PRESTIGE APPOINTMENTS CBE staff members have demonstrated exceptional contributions to the University and society. Unsurprisingly, endless awards and recognitions were bestowed on staff. CBE staff have been invited as keynote speakers at different events, won best paper awards at conferences, and were elected to the boards of learned societies. Among the many exceptional awards and special recognitions the staff received this year were the following:
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