STUDENT HOUSING

Student Housing Staff Members Details

Name	Designation	Residence	Ext Number	Email address
Ms Muvhango N.D	Female Residence Warden	Administration	015 962 9218	Della.Muvhango@univen.ac.za
Ms Ramaru R	Female Residence Warden	F5 Residence	015 962 9232	Shede.Ramaru@univen.ac.za
Mr Phungo N.S	Coordinator		015 962 8164	Solomon.Phungo@univen.ac.za
Ms Mugogovhali L	Female Residence Warden	Mvelaphanda Male Residence	015 962 9408	Lufuno.Mugogovhali@univen.ac.za
Mr Ndwammbi T	Male Residence Warden	Off-campus	015 962 8380	Thomani.Ndwammbi@univen.ac.za
Ms Mudau N	Female Residence Warden	Lost City Girls Residence	015 962 9240	Ndivhudza.Mudau@univen.ac.za
Ms Mohlala P	Female Residence Warden	F4 Residence	015 962 9421	Portia.Mohlala@univen.ac.za
Ms Ngomane Z	Female Residence Warden	New Female Residence	015 962 8139	Zanele.Ngomane@univen.ac.za
Mr Tsimane E.M	Male Residence Warden	Mvelaphanda Male Residence	015 962 9307	Ernest.Tsimane@univen.ac.za
Mr Legodi L	Male Residence Warden	Lost City Boys Residence	015 962 9088	Lazarus.Legodi@univen.ac.za
Ms Makgato I	Female Residence Warden	Mvelaphanda Female Residence	015 962 9420	Irene.Makgato@univen.ac.za
Mr Mukwevho T	Male Residence Warden	Mvelaphanda Female Residence	015 962 9405	Thomas.Mukwevho@univen.ac.za
Mr Mnguni M	Chief Hostel Clerk	Administration	015 962 9399	Mfaniseni.Mnguni@univen.ac.za
Mr Ndanduleni D	Male Residence Warden	Mvelaphanda Female Residence	015 962 9422	Dakalo.Ndanduleni@univen.ac.za
Mr Nemutandani MA	Male Residence Warden	F3 Residence	015 962 9322	Albert.Nemutandani@univen.ac.za

Contact Details

Univen Admin Portal To Apply For Accommodation For Returning Students

Ms Lufuno Mugogovhali

Housing and Accommodation Officer

Phone: +27 15 962 9218
Email: Student.Housing@univen.ac.za

Ms Della Muvhango

Phone: 0159629218
Email: Student.Housing@univen.ac.za

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Prospective Students

Step 1 – Online Application

Apply during the online application process

When asked “If you need accommodation” Click yes

Click here to begin application for admission

Step 1 – Manual Application

Download and complete the manual residence application form and return it together with your application for admission form

Click here to Download Manual Residence Application Form for First Entering Students

Returning Students

Step 1 – Online Application

Apply online using the student admin portal

Residence Fees

Click here to download Fees Booklet

Rules and Regulations

Allocation of Rooms

Rooms are allocated by residence authorities with the assistance of House Representative Committee members. You are at liberty to choose your roommate during room allocation if you have been allocated a double room. You are not allowed to swap rooms without the knowledge and consent of residence authorities.

Control and Authority

The control of and authority in the University residences is entrusted to the House Representative Committee and the Residence Committee.

The House Representative Committee

Students in each residence elect one representative to the House Representative Committee at the beginning of the academic year. The representatives elect a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and a Secretary. The House Representative Committee is responsible for the general welfare of resident students and the maintenance of order and discipline in the residences. The committee works in cooperation with the Hostel Superintendent, who is accountable to the Dean of Students. Problems in the residences are solved by the representatives with the help of the Superintendent. Only serious cases are referred to the Dean of Students.

Attitude Towards Property

Resident students are expected to cultivate a positive attitude towards University property.
Students who break, damage or destroy University property shall be compelled to make good the loss.
Students must respect the property of the University.The cost (material and labour) of damaged or broken residence property will be distributed equally among students concerned.
In every case of damage to property, the Residence Superintendent will assess the nature, extent of damage and the circumstances under which it occurred.
If the name of the culprit is known to the Resident Superintendent, the culprit will bear the repair cost alone.

Personal Property
The University assume no responsibility for theft, damage to personal property, or loss of money, valuables or personal effects of any student or guest.

Noise and Disruption of Studies

The period of silence in the residence, from 19:00 to 05:00, must be strictly observed for the purpose of study.
Television sets, portable radio and tape recorders must be operated softly or switched off during evening study hours.

Representative Committee for investigation

Students who tamper with computer system will be reported to the residence authorities for appropriate action.
Students are required to have or take meals from the Student Cafeteria. Students who have paid for meals will use their student cards when they take meals. Queuing for meals in the student cafeteria must be observed.

Visitors to Residence

Students are required to report their visitors who intent to stay in the residence overnight to the Residence Superintendent for purposes of control.
People who stay in the residence without the knowledge and the consent of the residence authorities will be referred to the Security Section.

Room Keys

The room keys remain the property of the University.
Students are required to return their room keys to the Residence Superitendent whenever the University closes for vacation

Students who are bound to terminate their studies or wish to leave the residence of their own accord must return the room keys to the Superintendent.
A resident student who loses or misplaces a residence room key or fails to return it to the Superintendent at the end of the academic year or at any time if required to do so, will have his/her results withheld or pay for the cost of lock replacement.

Abuse of Alcohol and Habit-forming Substances

Students must abstain from alcohol and drug abuse.
Disruption of studies, which results from consumption of alcohol and drug abuse, will be viewed in a serious light.
Students, who purchase, store and sell liquor and dependency-producing substances will be guilty of a serious offence.

Aggressive and Unruly Behavior

University students are expected to behave in a manner that befits the public image and dignity of the University.

Fighting in the residence and the vicinity is forbidden.
Students who are found guilty of assaulting others will be severely penalized.

Unofficial Stay in the Residences

It is a serious offence to stay in the residence without official permission
Students are not allowed to share beds or to accommodate friends and relatives without prior approval. Hiring of beds or rooms is strictly forbidden.

Health Matters

Students who fall ill, and feel that medical attention is necessary, should report the matter urgently to the Professional Nurse in the Student Health Centre.
A consultation fee which is determined by Council is payable at the Student Health Centre.
Smoking is not permitted in any public area in the residences including lounges, passages, lobbies etc.

General Behaviour and Conduct

Wherever they may be, students are always expected to behave and conduct themselves in a manner which reflects respect and the dignity appropriate to University students.
Disciplinary measures will be taken against students who distort, damage or misrepresent the good name and public image of the University.

Voluntary Termination of Resident Status

Students who intend to leave the residence must notify the Superintendent in time.
A written declaration of intention to leave the residence must be accompanied by a room key.

Closure of residences during winter and summer vacations

Resident students will be required to leave the residences when the University closes for winter and summer vacations. Residences must be vacated at 10:00 following the day on which the University was closed. The University may request students to leave the residences during Easter holidays. Students are under no circumstances allowed to take room keys with when they leave for home.

Use of Residence Facilities during Winter and Summer Vacations

Students who wish to remain in the university residences during winter and summer recess must notify residence authorities in writing a month prior to university closure. Such students shall be required to pay a daily fee which shall be determined by the relevant authorities from time to time. Only students who will be engaged in academic programmes will be allowed to remain in the residences during winter and summer recess. The HODs or Deans of Schools will be required to indicate the nature of the academic activities for the duration of their stay in the residences.

Conducting of Business Activities on Campus Residences

Students are not allowed to conduct business activities, buying and selling of any commodity unless allowed to do so by the residence authorities.

On Campus Residences

Bernard cube – Girls
Carousel – Boys
Mango Groove – Girls
F3 – Boys
F4 – Girls
Lost City Boys
Lost City Girls
River Side – Mixed for post graduates
F5 – Girls

2021 Off-Campus Accredited Residences

NO	RESIDENCE NAME	PHYSICAL ADDRESS	EMAIL ADDRESS	CONTACT NUMBER	TOTAL CAPACITY
1	Beverly Hills	The Managing Director Beverly Hills Residence Stand No: 622 Thohoyandou 0950	nancysithari@gmail.com	0765556752	159
2	3 MTR Properties	The Managing Director 3MTR Properties 10A Hans van Rensburg Street Polokwane 0700	takalani@nemorango.co.za	0722985436	210
3	Blue Valley	The Managing Director Metal Sector Investment pty Ltd 505 Muledane Muledane 0945	netshi.mukhethwa@gmail.com	0767060048	48
4	C Matodzi Residence	The Managing Director C Matodzi Projects No 23 Tshilungoma Village Thohoyandou 0950	chrismatodzi@gmail.com	0834949109	68
5	Degann-Inn	The Managing Director Degann Inn 155 Unit D Thohoyandou 0950	deganninn@gmail.com	0724040501	86
6	Emlanjeni	The Managing Director Emlanjeni Student Accommodation Portion 2072 Thohoyandou Unit C 0950	ndivhu5428@gmail.com	0722306165	120
7	Forest Hill	The Managing Director Forest Hills Residences Stand No: 489 Block E Thohoyandou 0950	tshimangadzo2@gmail.com	0827824163	50
8	Grand Royale	The Managing Director Grand Royale Enterprises Block J Thohoyandou 0950	tsakani@nakiseni.co.za	0834080818	200
9	Have Mercy	The Managing Director Have Mercy Accommodation P.O. Box 3904 Thohoyandou 0950	matshonyongamgster@gmail.com	0715190515	16
10	HHHH	The Managing Director Have Mercy Accommodation P.O. Box 3904 Thohoyandou 0950	khangalear@gmail.com	0822443530	50
11	Hillview	The Managing Director Hillview Accommodation and Transport Unit E Thohoyandou 0950	ngarothe3@gmail.com	0760561311	38
12	Johanna’s Nest	The Managing Director Johanna’s Nest Accommodation P West Thohoyandou 0950	mukhethwad@gmail.com	0833060554	54
13	Maphula	The Managing Director Maphula’s Residence P.O.Box 145 Thohoyandou 0950	maphulasresidence@gmail.com	0833060554	36
14	Mmae Mathagu	The Managing Director Mmae Mathagu Rental Accommodation P.O.BOX 6398 Thohoyandou 0950	avhurengwimathagu@gmail.com	0826422316	37
15	Montana	The Managing Director Montana Student Accommodation Stand number 631, Marude Unit C Thohoyandou 0950	kbramudzuli@gmail.com	0722009652	202
16	MShelly	The Managing Director Mshelly 1099 Block F Extension 1 Thohoyandou 0950	simangovictor27@gmail.com	0760723279	60
17	Muthathe	The Managing Director Muthathe Residence Thohoyandou Unit J 0950	mwphungo@gmail.com	0729985671	328
18	Nchebeko Residence	The Managing Director Nchebeko Residence 13A Industrial Site (Next to Ven Oil Garage) Shayandima 0950	nchebekovenda@gmail.com	0824935836	230
19	OGT	The Managing Director OGT 1947 Unit C Thohoyandou 0950	ogtinvestments@yahoo.com	0735581921	28
20	Parkview	The Managing Director Parkview Accommodation Maungani Thohoyandou 0950	justfix19@gmail.com	0826721865	94
22	Samvuni	The Managing Director Samvuni Residence Thohoyandou Unit E 0950	ramuntshirmz@gmail.com	0732323020	162
23	Simeka	The Managing Director Simeka Heights Residences Unit E Thohoyandou 0950	colin@simekacapital.com	0721029100	856
24	Sun City	The Managing Director Sun City Residence 42 Hluphekha Maungani Thohoyandou 0950	suncityaccom@gmail.com	0826211317	122
25	Tshivhu	The Managing Director Tshivhu Student Accommodation 169 Dzavhavha Maungani Village Thohoyandou 0950	vusani.ramakuela@gmail.com	0795076951	16
26	Valleyview	The Managing Director Valley View Estate Block K Stand No 12 Church Street Thohoyandou 0950	emakhuvha@gmail.com	0820784201	50
27	Vhugalahawe	The Managing Director Vhugalahawe Village P.O.BOX 6278 Thohoyandou 0950	tshililo.manendzhe8@gmail.com	0828884619	96
28	Waterfall	The Managing Director Waterfall Estate 472 Peace Street Block K Thohoyandou 0950	emakhuvha@gmail.com	0820784201	22
29.	581 Student Villa	The Managing Director 581 Student Villa 581 Block J Muledane Thohoyandou 0950	hulisani123@gmail.com	0799774670	16
30.	J & R Towers	The Managing Director J And R Towers P.O. Box 5191 Thohoyandou 0950	mlyborn@yahoo.com	0821753502	100
31.	Mamphiswana	The Managing Director Maphiswana Residence P.O. Box 6363 Thohoyandou 0950	maphiswanatst@gmail.com	0828442555	26
32.	MLA Residence	The Managing Director MLA Residence 2580 Riverside Tshisaulu 0950	info@mlaresidence.co.za	0725222622	158
33.	MLA- Tshisahulu	The Managing Director MLA Residence 2580 Riverside Tshisaulu 0950	info@mlaresidence.co.za	0725222622	90
34.	Mubvafhi	The Managing Director Mubvafhi Accommodation P.O.BOX 497 Lwamondo 0985	malumamf@gmail.com	0834388857	38
35.	One Step	The Managing Director One Step Residence 1300 Tshisaulu Siawoadza Thohoyandou 0950	madzunyefe@gmail.com	0766812552	96
36.	Poshko Residence	The Managing Director Phoshko Development Enterprise P.O.Box 1378 Thohoyandou 0950	phoskho@gmail.com	0828405906	33
37.	River Estate	The Managing Director River Estate Residence P.O. Box 3054 Sibasa 0970	rammelampho@gmail.com	0724279063	360
38.	Sandton Rokunda	The Managing Director River Estate Residence P.O. Box 3054 Sibasa 0970	admin@rokunda.co.za	0836457838 0765180316	88
39.	Sandton Yabama	The Managing Director Sandton (Yabama) 205 Bengal Street Eltivillas 0920	Tshinakie01@gmail.com	0836457838 0765480316	126
40.	Sandton Zwahuli	The Managing Director Sandton (Zwahuli) 205 Bengal Street Eltivillas 0920	sam@zwahuli.co.za	0836457838 0765180316	88
41.	T.C Academy	TC Academia Residences House No.472, Unit E Thohoyandou 0950	colberttn@gmail.com	0822920518	22
42.	Thohoyandou P East	The Managing Director Thohoyandou P East 45 0950	andymatakanye@me.com	0829626409	17
43.	Rasil Residence	The Managing Director 1927 Unit C Thohoyandou 0950	rasilprojects@gmail.com	0745365572	50
44.	Vhathanzi	The Managing Director Vhatanzi Accommodation Thohoyandou Unit E 0950	lidiavhathuk@gmail.com	0727615540	38
45.	Blue Valley	The Managing Director Metal Sector Investment pty Ltd 505 Muledane Muledane 0945	netshi.mukhethwa@gmail.com	0767060048	48
46.	Afmet Properties	The Managing Director Mshelly Unit D 154 Unit D Thohoyandou 0950	tshivhasef@gmail.com	0761029100	40
47.	Greenstone Hill	The Managing Director Greenstone Hill Properties & Construction P.O. Box 3054 Sibasa 0970	krammela@gmail.com	0724279063	650

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