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Defying the odds during academic journey
In the midst of personal challenges during a critical time in his studies, Unisa alumnus, Nathanael Govender, has passed his master’s degree cum laude. Govender is grateful to Unisa for their academic programmes’ support structure and rigour. Read more
Multilingual education the driving force behind transformed HEIs
Unisa's theme for its 150th anniversary year is Reclaiming Africa's Intellectual Futures , and, reflecting this, the central message at the university's International Mother Language Day celebration was that multilingualism and mother-tongue-based education are the driving forces for transformed and Africanised higher education institutions. Read more
Double honours for Unisa educationist
Rising star Dr Mpho-Entle Puleng Modise has received prestigious awards for her outstanding PhD thesis from two prominent education associations. Read more
Free online courses could be a path to higher education in African countries but awareness is low
How exactly are MOOCs being used by African universities? Are any countries’ education systems effectively using MOOCs to widen higher education access? Dr Mpho-Entle Puleng Modise of the College of Education discusses these issues in an article published on The Conversation. Read more
Online learning platforms aren't enough – lecturers need the right technical skills
In an article published on The Conversation, Dr Mpho-Entle Puleng Modise of the College of Education says that it’s not enough for universities to offer technological platforms. Those who transfer knowledge – lecturers – must do so skilfully. Read more
Unisa is a driver of teaching and learning empowerment
As it continues to shape and reclaim Africa’s intellectual futures, Unisa contributes immensely to an improved education system in South Africa and towards the National Development Plan 2030, thus the Sustainable Development Goals more so of equitable and equal education. Read more
An education lifeline for golf caddies
Unisa, the Finding the Fair Way Foundation and Cornerstone Performance Solutions recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement to equip golf caddies with skills and to enable them to participate in education and training programmes. Read more
Exemplary leadership sees Mbatha graduate
Deputy Secretary of the Unisa Mpumalanga Regional SRC Nomfundo Mbatha takes leadership prowess to the next level by obtaining a Bachelor of Education degree. Mbatha is also a National Executive Committee member of SAUS and the Secretary General of the Unisa College of Education Association. Read more
"Teaching is my calling" - BEd graduate
Studying her way towards a professional teaching degree and a permanent post, recent graduate Sanele Dlamini is the embodiment of the zeal and tenacity that make Unisans great. Read more
Persistence holds the key for visually impaired Dr Mlambo
Visually impaired Dr Mlambo Farisai from Zimbabwe forms the spring graduation crop of #UnisaGraduation2022 #Circleofexcellene at Unisa. Mlambo received a PhD from the College of Education through persistence and unyielding grit. She is also a lecturer at the Great Zimbabwe University (GZU). Read more