Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical
University, USA to host the International Summit on Energy, Water, Food, and Climate
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Johannesburg, February 2024 – Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT), in partnership
with Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, (FAMU), USA will host a ground-
breaking international summit focused on addressing the pressing challenges of energy,
water, food, and climate.
Scheduled for the first week of July 2024, the summit aims to bring together global experts,
researchers, and practitioners to discuss innovative solutions and strategies to build climate
change resilience in energy, water, and food systems.
The summit, which will be hosted by MUT, a regional university in a township with extended
global reach, will provide a unique platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration
among experts from diverse backgrounds.
The opening press briefing, to be held on Wednesday, 7 February at the MUT Council
Chamber, MUT Main Campus, will provide valuable insights into the objectives and themes
of the summit. It will feature prominent speakers, including Dr. Victor Ibeanusi, Dean and
Professor of the School of Environment, FAMU, and Professor Nokuthula Sibiya, Deputy
Vice-Chancellor of Research & Innovation at MUT.
“We are thrilled to host this ground-breaking summit, which will bring together experts and
stakeholders from around the world to address the urgent challenges posed by climate
change. By fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing, we aim to develop innovative
solutions that will contribute to a more resilient future,” said Mbali Mkhize, Senior Director of
Communication at MUT.
Media representatives are invited to attend the press briefing for an opportunity to schedule
interviews with the speakers and other experts. For media inquiries and interview requests,
please contact MUT Media Liaison Officer,