Alumni

Unisa Alumni Relations strengthened bonds in 2023

From local community projects to global outreach, the Unisa Alumni Relations Office's activities in 2023 exemplify the power of alumni networks in creating positive change. Read more

Unisa honours history makers

The university recently recognised the sacrifices and leadership of its alumni and remarkable individuals who shaped the country's history in their advocacy for freedom and inclusion at the Chancellor's Calabash Awards, held at the Sandton Convention Centre. Read more

Enriching the legacy of giving

In a remarkable act of generosity, Unisa alumni came together to pay the outstanding tuition fees of 125 deserving graduates who have now joined a community of close to a million individuals spread across 154 countries. Read more

Unshackled by his Unisa education

The life journey of Unisa alumnus Jeff van Rooyen, CA(SA), is encapsulated in his book Unshackled: My Journey from the Township to the Boardroom, which he wrote to share how he pursued education against the odds posed by poverty and the apartheid regime. Read more

Unisa Namibia Alumni Chapter commits to serving the community

Following the university's vision to be an African university shaping futures in the service of humanity, the Unisa Namibia Alumni Chapter has pledged its dedication to the communities surrounding Windhoek. Read more

Strengthening bonds and empowering change

The Unisa Alumni Relations Office recently hosted an alumni Women's Day breakfast in Bloemfontein. The event inspired alumni to drive meaningful change, showcased their dedication, and affirmed their role as torchbearers of hope and positive change. Read more

Unisa alumni empowered to strengthen postgraduate education

Unisa alumni have answered the call to give back to their alma mater, undergoing comprehensive supervisory training to become mentors and guides for postgraduate students. Discover how this initiative shapes the future of education at Unisa and fosters a strong bond between the university and its accomplished alumni community. Read more

Widening access to higher education

Unisa, in collaboration with the Waterberg District, recently held a golf challenge to raise funds to assist in widening access to higher education. Councillor Morris Mataboge, Executive Mayor of the Waterberg District Municipality, committed to holding the challenge annually. Read more

Unisa East London alumni chapter committed to making a difference

The Unisa East London alumni chapter gathered recently to support the university and create fundraising opportunities for underprivileged students. Though a small branch, they challenged other alumni chapters to join them to raise substantial scholarship funds. Read more

New book by Unisa alumna unlocks the secrets to success

While success might mean different things to different people, the book aims to teach people about success and how to achieve it against all odds. Read more