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Message from the Principal and VC, Professor P LenkaBula as Unisa celebrates 150 years of shaping futures
Today marks the sesquicentenary (150 years) of the University of South Africa (Unisa). This is an exceedingly remarkable achievement by the first distance learning university in the history/herstory of humankind. Read more
Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages
Promoting African languages, Unisa’s School of Arts Director, Prof Mpho Ngoepe, dedicates his 2023 Comrades Marathon to bridging the gap in children’s literature and literacy. By supporting this initiative, you can help empower future generations to embrace their cultural heritage and contribute to a more linguistically diverse and inclusive society. Read more
Republic of Guinea hosts 13th Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture
The Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture is a significant event that showcases the Thabo Mbeki Foundation and Unisa’s commitment to the African continent. Since its establishment, the TMF and Unisa have honoured the call made by African political leaders in 1963 to use 25 May to advance the continent’s goals. Read more
Postgraduate student capacity-building interventions
The College of Graduate Studies recently held the third master’s and doctoral regional roadshows to address capacity development interventions tailored to the needs of postgraduate students. Three more roadshows are coming up to a region near you. Read more
Unisa boosts PhD acquisition in the TVET sector
Yet again giving effect to its 150th anniversary theme, Reclaiming Africa’s Intellectual Futures, Unisa recently partnered with SAPCO to extend advanced higher education support to all the country’s technical, vocational education and training colleges. Read more
Unisa promotes academic integrity
Unisa promotes academic integrity and remains committed to educating its students on the importance of honest and moral behaviour in an academic setting. Furthermore, Unisa has zero tolerance for any form of dishonesty or cheating activity related to assessments and exams. Read more
Unisa @ 150: Advanced climate research centre launched
Launched by the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences in Unisa’s 150th anniversary year, the new Centre of Excellence: Adaptation and Resilience is set to be globally recognised for providing innovative research, best practices, education, leadership, support, and training in the area of adaptation and resilience. Read more
Prioritising the holistic well-being of students
Chaired by Professor Puleng LenkaBula and co-hosted by Unisa and Higher Health, the Gender-Based Violence Technical Task Team recently met at the university to discuss a range of issues relating to a zero-tolerance approach by universities to sexual and gender-related misconduct. Read more
Unisa scientist receives South Africa's highest honour from the Presidency
A second-to-none Unisa scientist, Professor Vhahangwele Masindi, was recently bestowed the Award of the Order of Mapungubwe in Bronze by the President of South Africa, His Excellency Cyril Ramaphosa, for his exceptional contribution to the field of environmental sciences focusing on water issues in South Africa and globally. Read more
Unisa to present world-class R&I showcase in May
As Unisa marks 150 years of academic excellence, the institution’s 2023 Research and Innovation Week, to be held from 15 to 19 May, will feature some of the world-class, Africa-centred work emanating from the eight Unisa colleges, the Graduate School of Business Leadership, and the Thabo Mbeki School of Public and International Affairs. Read more
