How to Access UKZN Email | University of KwaZulu-Natal

The University of KwaZulu-Natal offers an official email service (e.g., 123456789@stu.ukzn.ac.za) to facilitate communication among students and staff. This service is part of the free Office 365 account provided to all UKZN students.

Outlook on the Web: UKZN’s Outlook on the Web is an accessible service for students and staff, compatible with most browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. This service enables access to email and calendars online.

myUKZN – Your Digital Hub: myUKZN is a digital platform providing students and alumni with a range of services including:

A 25GB mailbox.
25GB of online storage.
Instant messaging tools.
Various other digital tools.

Accessing Your UKZN Email:

Navigate to my.ukzn.ac.za: Open your preferred web browser and go to the myUKZN site.
Log in: Click on the Login button.
Enter Email Address: Type your UKZN email (e.g., 123456789@stu.ukzn.ac.za).
Account Selection: If prompted, choose ‘Work or school account’.
Password Entry: Enter your UKZN LAN Password. If you’ve forgotten it, use the ‘Forgot my password’ link for guidance.
Stay Signed In?: Choose ‘Yes’ for personal devices or ‘No’ for public/shared devices for security.
Landing Page: Post successful login, you’ll reach the Microsoft 365 landing page with various applications.
Accessing Outlook: Click on the Outlook icon to access your emails.

UKZN LAN Password:

Activation: New students need to activate their LAN account. The default password is based on your birthdate (e.g., ‘stu03011999’ for 3rd January 1999).
First-Time Use: The default password expires on first use. You must change it immediately.
Changing Password: Change your default password by visiting password.ukzn.ac.za. The new password is valid for 90 days.
Password Reset: Use the same link for password resets or changes.

Useful Resource: Watch this tutorial on using Microsoft Office 365 Outlook Web Application for an enhanced understanding: Watch Tutorial

Accessing UKZN OneDrive Web:

Navigate to my.ukzn.ac.za: Open your browser and go to the myUKZN site.
Login: Enter your UKZN student email and follow the steps to log in.
OneDrive Access: On the landing page, click on the OneDrive icon to access your online storage.

Conclusion: UKZN’s email and online services offer a comprehensive suite of tools to enhance the academic experience. The easy-to-use interface and robust security measures ensure a seamless and safe user experience.