Stemming from his Master of Architecture and PhD in Construction Management research,Dr. Goldswain has produced a substantial body of scholarly work focusing on construction health, safety, ergonomics, and the role of architectural design in improving industry outcomes. His research has been accepted and presented at both local and international conferences and published in a highly regarded accredited journal. These outputs address themes such as improving occupant health and safety in informal settlements, mitigating construction health, safety, and ergonomics risks through architectural design, and developing architectural design models to enhance construction safety in South Africa. His work has been disseminated through platforms including the cidb Postgraduate Conference, TG59 Conference, CIB W099 Conferences (held in Washington DC and Singapore), the ARCOM Conference in the United Kingdom, and the Third Construction Management Conference in Port Elizabeth. His peer-reviewed journal publication appeared in Acta Structilia (Vol. 22, No. 1, 2015), with additional accepted work in the Journal of Construction Project Management and Innovation, as well as contributions to international safety and health conferences, including the Joint CIB W099 and TG59 International Safety, Health, and People in Construction Conference held in Cape Town in 2017.

In addition to his research contributions, Craig served as a member of the International Scientific Committee for the 2017 Joint CIB W099 and TG59 Conference, where he reviewed and evaluated numerous research papers submitted to the conference, further contributing to academic quality assurance and scholarly discourse in the field.

Beyond his academic and professional pursuits, Dr. Goldswain values quality time with friends and family, particularly his wife and children. He has a strong personal interest in environmentally responsible living and enjoys designing and transforming his home into a more sustainable space that integrates architecture, nature, and the garden. He is passionate about exploring natural environments, especially mountainous landscapes and South Africa’s coastline, and is deeply committed to enhancing mental and physical well-being through meaningful connections with nature.

Academic Qualifications: (a) MSc in the Built Environment: Project Management

(b) BTech: Quantity Surveying

(c)  NDip: Building

Ms B. Ndungane is currently a lecturer in the Department of the Built Environment with over ten years of experience.  At WSU, Ms B. Ndungane is a Languages and Transformation Committee member.

Andani Nngidi

Nngidi A.A. is a results-oriented construction professional and academic with over six years of experience across the public and private construction sectors. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, a BSc Honours in Construction Project Management, and an MSc in Construction Management, all obtained from the University of Johannesburg, and is currently registered for a PhD in Construction Management. His professional expertise includes project management, construction supervision, and quantity surveying, with proven skills in coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets, preparing cost estimates, and ensuring compliance with contractual and technical standards.

He currently serves in the Department of Built Environment at Walter Sisulu University, where he has accumulated academic lecturing experience and actively contributes to curriculum development, student mentorship, and applied research that bridges academic theory with industry practice. He teaches Building Structures and Concrete III and is committed to producing industry-ready graduates through practical and research-informed teaching.

His research interests include facilities management, digitalisation in the built environment, contract and conflict management, and risk management in construction projects. He has a strong interest in built environment innovation, academic research, and student development, and is particularly passionate about promoting effective project delivery through technology integration and sustainable practices. Beyond academia, he is actively involved in community development initiatives and values continuous professional learning.

Zukiswa Kulu

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Zukiswa Kulu is an accomplished construction and project management professional with over 20 years of experience across public infrastructure, higher education, and private sector projects. She is registered as a Candidate Quantity Surveyor with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP) and a Candidate Project Manager with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP). She holds a National Diploma in Building from Walter Sisulu University, a BTech Degree in Quantity Surveying from the University of Johannesburg, and a BSc Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying from the University of the Witwatersrand, where she is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Construction Management. Her professional background includes key roles at the Gauteng Department of Education, the City of Ekurhuleni, and leading quantity surveying firms, where she contributed to infrastructure planning, cost management, and project delivery. She currently serves as a Lecturer in Construction Management at Walter Sisulu University, teaching Construction Management I, II and III, Structures and Concrete III, and facilitating Entrepreneurship as part of her Community Outreach Programme. She has also completed executive programmes in management, leadership, and digital teaching. Her research interests focus on innovative construction methods, emerging technologies, and sustainable management practices that enhance efficiency in the built environment. She is personally committed to continuous professional development and to exploring emerging and transformative trends within the construction and built environment sectors.

Tel: (043) 708 5372 Cell: 083 294 7376

Email: zkulu@wsu.ac.za

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Lusanda Sookufudumala

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Lusanda Sokufudumala is a dedicated academic and built environment professional with a strong foundation in quantity surveying, construction education, and emerging research in resilience and sustainability. She holds a National Diploma in Building from Walter Sisulu University, an Advanced Diploma in Quantity Surveying from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, and a BSc Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying from the University of Johannesburg. She is currently registered for an MSc in Quantity Surveying at the University of Johannesburg. Her professional journey began in industry, where she gained valuable experience as a Graduate Quantity Surveyor at Mayenzeke Quantity Surveyors and later as a Junior Quantity Surveyor at Max-Wezie Civil and Building Contractors, developing competencies in cost estimation, contract administration, and project coordination across diverse construction projects.

Transitioning into academia, she served as a Foundation Academic and Career Enhancer (FACE) at Walter Sisulu University, tutoring undergraduate students in Construction Management I, Site Surveying I, and Quantity Surveying I. She later contributed as a Part-Time Lecturer, teaching Structures and Concrete III, before being appointed as an Associate Lecturer at Walter Sisulu University, where she currently specialises in teaching Quantity Surveying III. Her academic interests focus on disaster risk reduction and resilience integration in the built environment, with particular emphasis on sustainable development, climate-responsive construction practices, and resilient infrastructure planning.

Lusanda is passionate about academic mentorship and is committed to empowering students through teaching, research, and professional guidance. Beyond her academic role, she enjoys reading literature related to urban development and social change, listening to music, and actively participating in volunteering initiatives that support community development and youth empowerment.

Email: lsokufudumala@wsu.ac.za

Office Address: WSU Potsdam

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