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EIT Student Ambassadors

The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) has student ambassadors that are enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who serve as liaisons between EIT and prospective students, visitors, and the wider community.

These ambassadors embody the spirit and values of EIT, offering insights into campus life, online learning experience, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and student support services.

Contact us if you would like to become the next EIT student ambassador and gain valuable leadership experience while shaping the future of engineering.

Learn More About the Program

Meet EITs 2026 Student Ambassadors

Student Ambassador — Rebekah Naidoo: Based in Johannesburg, South Africa she completed the 52886WA Advanced Diploma of Industrial Automation Engineering.

Shane Rheinberger: Based in Queensland, Australia he is currently pursuing the 52888WA Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Power Industry).

Student Ambassador — Antonio Norberto: Based in Cape Town, South Africa he is currently pursuing the Online – Master of Engineering (Mechanical).

Nicolas Armando D’Andrea: Based in Adrogue, Argentina he completed the 52873WA Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering.

Stanford Chivinge: Based in Bramley, South Africa he is currently finishing off the 52884WA Advanced Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technology and is enrolled in the Online – Bachelor of Science (Mechanical Engineering)

Lhaki Khendum Lama: Based in Osborne Park, Australia she is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science (Civil and Structural Engineering).

Joe Nino Eliab Orapa: Based in the Philliphines he is currently pursuing the Doctor of Engineering.

Gagoitsiwe Alex Galebonwe: Based in Botswana he completed the  52886WA Advanced Diploma of Industrial Automation Engineering.

What Do They Do?

Open to both current students and alumni, this prestigious position combines professional development and personal growth with the opportunity to mentor current and future EIT students.

EIT Student Ambassadors act as passionate advocates for our institution, encapsulating the ethos and principles of EIT both locally and globally.

They are actively involved in:

Webinars
Seminars
Conferences

How to Apply?

You can apply here:

Benefits of being a Student Ambassador

A profile on the EIT website including a link to your professional profile, e.g., LinkedIn

A personalized EIT Certificate for valuable use on your CV/Resume

Become an integral part of the University community and have valuable networking opportunities

FREE Access to the IDC Technologies video course: Engineering Leadership (valued at US$299)

Check Out Where our Student Ambassadors Are Located

Variety of Engineering Courses

EIT offers students access to a variety of Engineering courses, all of which are taught in English. However, EIT has lecturers and instructors from all over the world who are skilled in multiple languages. Find out what those languages are in the About Us page.

School of Civil Engineering

Shape the world around you.

School of Electrical Engineering

Be at the heart of innovation.

School of Industrial Automation

Prepare for the future of industry.

School of Mechanical Engineering

Enjoy a wide array of career opportunities.

Past Student Ambassadors

Allistair Marihano Clarke- Swakopmund, Namibia
Nozibusiso Bongekile Busisiwe Nkomo – Polokwane, South Africa
Ranadeb Ranesh Kumar Ray- Mumbai, India
Gamuchirai Diana Mudyariwa Swartz- Johannesburg, South Africa
Dragan Tisma – Western Australia
Hanane Oudli - Brunei Darussalam, South-East Asia
Sherwin Blanco Rivera- Fremantle, in Western Australia
Sonam Zangmo – Western Australia

Hermanus Scholtz – Swakopmund, Namibia
Pritish Gandhi – Australia, Perth
Ilana Villani – South Africa, Johannesburg
Mike Kiplagat Kemboi – Australia, Melbourne
Lee Guant – Western Australia, Perth
Felice Cacucci – Villerupt, France
Jonathan Constable – Australia, Victoria

Nyasha Mupudzi – Perth, WA
Annie Masara – Zimbabwe
Jules Bekoka Botomba – Texas, United States

Douglas Mugweni – South Africa
Aaron Brook – United Arab Emirates

Mildred Nanono – Uganda

Tatenda Nherera – South Africa

Paula Palmer – Barbados