*Grad Recap* - Restoring Forests, Empowering Communities: Dr Mthokozisi Buthelezi’s PhD Journey Dr Mthokozisi Buthelezi has graduated with a PhD in Reforestation, with a focus on developing sustainable methods to restore degraded forests. His work highlights the critical role that communities play in creating lasting environmental solutions. He encourages future PhD candidates to embrace the journey, take their time and prioritise doing meaningful, high quality research over rushing to finish. #ukzngrad2025 #ukzn #inspiringgreatness #africanscholarship #africanexcellence #inspired2032