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Unisa awards honorary doctorate to General Secretary of the Council for World Mission
A distinguished leader in the fight for global well-being, Reverend Prof Dr Jooseop Keum, received the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Theology (Honoris Causa) at Unisa in recognition of his immense contributions to global peace, economic and ecological justice, during a graduation ceremony held at the Muckleneuk Campus, Pretoria, on Friday 31 May 2024. Read more
Receiving Unisa honour, African brand supremo delivers powerful message on Africanness
Thebe Ikalafeng, a true beacon of visionary leadership in the realm of Africa-focused branding and marketing, had the audience on their feet with an inspirational address on being African and reclaiming African culture and identity when he received an honorary doctorate at the university on 30 May. Read more
Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture reflects on the international scramble for Africa and the challenges of unity
Delivered by Senegalese politician and diplomat, Prof Abdoulaye Bathily, the much-anticipated 14th Annual Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture explored contemporary geopolitical dynamics and the imperative of African solidarity. Read more
Perspectives on South Africa's 30-year democracy
The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME), in partnership with Unisa and the National Press Club, co-hosted a roundtable panel discussion on the 30-Year Review Report (1994-2024) on South Africa's democracy, themed "Perspectives on 30 Year Review Report and the road ahead", on 23 May 2024 at the Muckleneuk Campus, Tshwane. Read more
Unisan appointed to key position at NASDEV
The university's Acting Manager: Student Social Development, Mmangakane Mmako, has been appointed as Gauteng Regional Coordinator of the National Association of Student Development Professionals. Read more
Societal impact under the microscope at Unisa's Research and Innovation Week
At the opening of its annual week-long celebration of the world-class, Africa-centred work emanating from its colleges, the university underscored its commitment to bridging the gap between science and society through a wide range of research and innovation initiatives. Read more
Unisa confers posthumous honorary degree on heroine Prof Mĩcere Gĩthae Mũgo
On 10 May 2024, Unisa conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Languages, Linguistics and Literature (Honoris Causa) posthumously on Prof Mĩcere Gĩthae Mũgo, a celebrated playwright, author and activist, at the #UnisaAutumnGraduations held at the Muckleneuk Campus. Read more
Unisa confers honorary doctorate on renowned restaurant mogul, Natasha Sideris
Unisa conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) on Natasha Sideris at a graduation ceremony held on 7 May 2024. Sideris is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Tashas Restaurant Group. The degree recognises her substantial and unique contributions to the fields of hospitality and consumer science. Read more
Unisa's VC recognised for significantly shifting the higher education landscape
Under the leadership of Prof Puleng LenkaBula, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Unisa, the university continues to gain global recognition from various institutions and academic rankings. Recent recognitions from Higher Health and the Black Business Council further affirm Unisa's stature as a significant contributor to higher education. Read more
Advocating for social change through access to education
From humble beginnings in Otjiwarongo, Namibia, to his current role as the Unisa Alumni Chairperson and Director of Academic Development and Support at the Namibia University of Science and Technology, Dr Colen Tuaundu's journey is a testament to resilience, perseverance and education transformation. He is a trailblazer who navigates the realms of education and leadership. Read more
