Durban, South Africa – 13 May 2025 — Gagasi FM, The Sound of KZN, proudly congratulates the Honourable Dr. Nomusa Dube-Ncube, former Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, on achieving a Doctor of Administration degree from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN). This remarkable milestone was officially conferred on Monday, 12 May 2025, marking another historic chapter in the illustrious journey of KwaZulu-Natal’s first female Premier.
A lifelong public servant, accomplished diplomat, and passionate change-maker, Dr. Dube-Ncube continues to be a beacon of excellence for the province and the nation at large. Her doctoral research, titled Legislative and Institutional Arrangements for Poverty Alleviation in iLembe District Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, was supervised by UKZN’s esteemed public governance scholars, Professor Purshottama Sivanarain Reddy and Dr Nduduzo Ndebele.
In her research, Dr. Dube-Ncube interrogates the institutional shortcomings that hamper the effective implementation of the Poverty Eradication Master Plan in the iLembe District, an area identified as the second poorest district in KwaZulu-Natal. Her work contributes meaningfully to the ongoing discourse around poverty alleviation and policy implementation in rural and peri-urban South Africa, reinforcing her lifelong commitment to transformative governance and sustainable development.
As a provincial broadcaster that champions progress and celebrates excellence rooted in KwaZulu-Natal, Gagasi FM acknowledges this academic milestone not only as a personal achievement for Dr. Dube-Ncube but also as a powerful message to our communities: Education knows no age or limit—education is lifelong.
Born and raised in KwaMashu, Dr. Dube-Ncube has long embodied the spirit of perseverance and servant leadership. Her dedication to public service spans decades, with a distinguished career that includes:
- Serving as Premier of KwaZulu-Natal from May 2019 to June 2024, becoming the province’s first woman to hold the post;
- Former South African Ambassador to the Czech Republic;
- MEC for Finance, MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, and MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in KwaZulu-Natal;
- Member of the KwaZulu-Natal Climate Change Council;
- Board Member of the 911 Fund, a New York-based NGO founded by former U.S. President Barack Obama.
Her academic achievement is not just a personal victory but a victory for young girls, emerging leaders, and all citizens of KwaZulu-Natal who believe in the power of education to transform lives. Her life continues to reflect the core values Gagasi FM holds dear—empowerment, integrity, perseverance, and community advancement.
As the most influential regional commercial radio station in KwaZulu-Natal, Gagasi FM is committed to amplifying voices like Dr. Dube-Ncube’s—voices that reflect the dreams, resilience, and brilliance of our people.
