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Unisa is transforming lives beyond barriers

A programme to reach out to the university's incarcerated students is not just about extending support: it's about planting a seed of hope, nurturing dreams and transforming lives beyond barriers. Read more

Unisa alumna and menstrual rights activist speaks in Parliament

Nokuzola Ndwandwe, a Unisa Accounting Sciences graduate from KwaZulu-Natal, who is also an award-winning menstrual health rights activist, recently addressed the South African Parliament to present a petition calling for menstrual rights to be recognised as a human right in this country. Read more

Unisa empowers educators with practical coding and robotics skills

The Unisa Science Engagement Centre recently conducted a robotics and coding workshop to empower more than 600 educators from various schools across the country. Read more

Inhlanyelo Hub hosts webinar on unlocking innovation, collaboration and impact

Inhlanyelo Hub NPC, in collaboration with the Georgia Institute of Technology, recently hosted a webinar unpacking the importance of building strong entrepreneurial ecosystems to drive economic growth. Read more

Unisa and Makerere University sign strategic collaboration agreement

Unisa and Makerere University, the largest and oldest higher learning institution in Uganda, have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on teaching, learning and community engagement. Read more

Unisa VC celebrates the resilience of African women at Uganda’s oldest university

Speaking at Makerere University, Uganda’s largest and oldest institution of higher learning, Professor Puleng LenkaBula shared her thoughts on the resilience, actions, and leadership of African women in the quest to shape the continent’s future and its position in the world. Read more

Unisa VC appointed for second term, looks back on the 2024 academic year

As the university concluded its 2024 academic agenda at the annual year-end ceremony, the reappointment of Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Puleng LenkaBula, signifies the continued commitment of academic excellence and innovation towards the next 150 years and beyond. Read more

Unisa to partner with Government to tackle water, energy and infrastructure challenges

Following a recent visit by a ministerial delegation, Unisa is set to partner with the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure in addressing the country's water, energy and infrastructure challenges while contributing to the development of young professionals. Read more

Unisa website crowned best of the best in South Africa

Beating the likes of FNB and Sassa, the university's corporate website took top honours in the Best Designed and Accessible Website category at the .za Awards Ceremony, an annual event that recognises stakeholders who excel in advancing the growth and resilience of the .za namespace. Read more

Unisa Innovation Festival 2024 ends on a high note

On the final day of a highly vibrant and successful festival, Innovation Challenge winners were announced and celebrated as exceptional talent dedicated to reclaiming Africa's intellectual futures. Read more