Department of Communication Science

Mr ND Sundani

College of Human Sciences
School of Arts
Department: Communication Science
Lecturer
E-mail: sundand@unisa.ac.za

Qualifications

  • Master Arts (MA) degree (2018)
  • Bachelor of Arts Honours (Media Studies) (2015),
  • Bachelor of Arts in Media and Language Studies (2011)
  • certificate in Science Communication (2019)

Currently teaching

  • Public Relations

Fields of academic interests

  • New media and education
  • Social media and youth
  • Political communication
  • Health communication

Field of Specialisation

  • Public Relations
  • Media Studies
  • Communication

Books

Book Chapters

  • Makananise, F. O. & Sundani, N. D. (2023). Digital Media and Their Implications on Diplomatic Practices in the Fourth Industrial Revolution: A Global South Perspective. In F. Endong (Ed.), The COVID-19 Pandemic and the Digitalization of Diplomacy (pp. 1-26). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-8394-4.ch001
  • Sundani, N.D. (2023). Human Trafficking and Cyberspace in South Africa. In S.O. Ehiane, S.A. Olofinbiyi & S.M. Mkhize, (Eds.), Cybercrime and Challenges in South Africa (pp.193-209). Palgrave Macmillan, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-3057-9_9

Journal articles

  • Mkontwana, P. & Sundani, N.D (2023). The role of South African community radio stations in promoting South African indigenous languages: A systematic review. International Journal of Social Science Research and Review, 6(10): 179–189. https://ijssrr.com/journal/article/view/1536
  • Sundani, N. D. (2023). South African indigenous languages and digital technologies: Access, promotion and preservation. International Journal of Social Science Research and Review, 6(8): 41–51. https://ijssrr.com/journal/article/view/1385/1155
  • Sundani, N., Mangaka, A.C. & Mamokhere, J. (2022). Social media as a campaign tool against online gender-based violence in South Africa. ScienceRise, 5(82): 30–41. doi: http://doi.org/10.21303/2313-8416.2022.002713
  • Sundani, N.D. & Motloutsi, A.M. 2021. Social media misinformation on Covid-19 Vaccine hesitancy: A South African perspective. European Journal of Economics, Law and Social Sciences, Special Issue: 61 – 70. https://iipccl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/04.pdf

Paper presentations

International Level:

  • Sundani N.D. The Evolution of Strategic Communication: Can Artificial Intelligence Replace the Profession in the Global South? The South African Communications Association (SACOMM) Conference hosted in Johannesburg, AFDA, 27 – 29 September 2023
  • Sundani N.D. Using Digital Media Literacy as a Mechanism to Prevent Fake News and Misinformation in South Africa: A Systematic Literature Review. 11th International Conference on Research in Behavioral and Social Sciences (ICRBS 2023) hosted in Denmark, Copenhagen Island, 21 – 23 July 2023.
  • Sundani N.D. Analysing the Role of Social Media Platforms in Public Awareness of the Covid-19 Pandemic: A South African Perspective. 12th Annual AISA International Interdisciplinary Conference (Online) hosted in Nairobi, Multimedia University of Kenya and AISA, 24-27 November 2021.
  • Sundani N.D. & Mangaka A.C. Solutions to Challenges Affecting Provision of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Through New Media Technologies in the Era of Covid-19: A South African Perspective. 12th Annual AISA International Interdisciplinary Conference (Online) hosted in Nairobi, Multimedia University of Kenya and AISA, 24-27 November 2021.

National Level:

  • Sundani N.D. & Mangaka A.C. Elevation of Postgraduate Research Status at South African Universities: Hurdles and Opportunities. Council on Higher Education Higher Education Conference hosted in Pretoria, CSIR International Convention Centre, 01-03 March 2023.
  • Sundani N.D. & Mangaka A.C. Social Media as a Campaign Tool against Online Gender-Based Violence in South Africa. Research Seminar (Online) hosted in Pretoria, University of South Africa’s Department of Communication Science, Muckleneuk Campus, 13 October 2022.
  • Mangaka A.C. & Sundani N.D. Youth Perceptions towards Behavioural and Psychological Effects Associated with Cyberbullying on Social Media and the Internet in South Africa. The South African Communications Association (SACOMM) Conference hosted in Johannesburg, University of the Witwatersrand, Braamfontein Campus, 14-16 September 2022.
  • Sundani N.D. & Mangaka A.C. The Adoption of Blended Learning by Rural-Based Institutions of Higher Learning in South Africa amid Covid-19: Experiences and Challenges. The 10th Teacher Education and Interdisciplinary Research Conference hosted in Polokwane, The Ranch Resort, 04-07 April 2022.
  • Sundani N.D. The Impact of Student-teacher Relationship on Good Decision-making and Quality Promotion in Higher Education. Council on Higher Education Quality Promotion Conference hosted in Pretoria, CSIR International Convention Centre, 26-28 February 2020.
  • Sundani N.D. South African Indigenous Languages and Digital Technologies: Access, Promotion and Perseveration. The 4th Triennial School of Arts (SoA) Conference hosted in South Africa, North West Province, Sun City Resort, 16–20 October 2023. Sundani N.D. The Evolution of Strategic Communication: Can Artificial Intelligence Replace the Profession in the Global South? The South African Communications Association (SACOMM) Conference hosted in Johannesburg, AFDA, 27 – 29 September 2023.

Professional positions, fellowships & awards

  • 2020/2021 National Science and Technology Forum-South 32 Awards (Communication Category) (Nominee)