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Computer scientist and ICT specialist to share 4IR insights at Unisa's CNA Research Symposium
Baxolile Mabinya believes the local ICT industry needs new institutions that will push the boundaries of African innovation and value creation. He will share this and other 4IR theories at Unisa’s Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium on 30 and 31 July 2025. Read more
Unisa champions inclusivity with landmark language policy
Launched recently, the university’s Institutional Multilingual Language Policy fully embraces all South Africa’s official languages, including sign language. This marks an important milestone that will foster inclusivity and accessibility for Unisa students, staff and key stakeholders from various linguistic backgrounds. Read more
Unisa empowers Daveyton community through recycling workshop
A hands-on recycling workshop at Unisa's Ekurhuleni Regional Service Centre in Daveyton transformed waste into opportunity, leaving the community inspired and empowered to build a greener, more sustainable future. Read more
Leading heritage and legacy specialist to address Unisa CNA Symposium
Bernedette Muthien, a heritage and legacy expert from the Western Cape Cultural Commission and Co-founder of the Association of African Women for Peace and Development, will be part of the Feminist, Womanist, Bosadi Theorisations panel discussion during Unisa’s Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium, held on 30 and 31 July 2025. Read more
Power systems fundi to share energy expertise during Unisa's CNA Research Symposium
Popi Njapha, a power systems specialist, will share her expertise on energy matters during Unisa's Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium, on 30 and 31 July 2025, at the university's Muckleneuk Campus. Read more
Forging global collaboration for academic and staff advancement
A signed memorandum of understanding between Unisa and the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University provides a broad, yet strategic framework for collaboration in critical areas such as research, teaching and learning, student support, and engaged scholarship. Read more
Africa Charter two years later – the road travelled thus far
Speaking at the 16th Quadrennial General Conference of the Association of African Universities in Rabat, Morocco, Prof Puleng LenkaBula, Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor, commended the commitment and impact of the Africa Charter in the reimagination of research partnerships between Africa and the Global North. Read more
Bosadi artisan fashion designers set to shine at exciting Unisa showcase
Following the recent launch of the second cohort of the Bosadi Artisans Fashion Design Business Start-up Programme by Unisa subsidiary Inhlanyelo Hub NPC, this weekend will see a vibrant exhibition featuring attire created by the first cohort of empowered young black women entrepreneurs in the fashion industry, hosted in collaboration with partner Oakfields College. Read more
College of Accounting Sciences strengthens stakeholder collaboration for student success and academic integrity
A recent engagement breakfast brought together professional bodies, training officers and academic leaders. The event sparked open conversations on student support, academic integrity and curriculum relevance, while reaffirming commitment to ethical, inclusive and future-ready education. Read more
Unisa law students shine at the 34th Christof Heyns African Human Rights Moot Court Competition
Two exceptional student mooters represented Unisa on this distinguished continental stage. Their participation in this prestigious event is a testament to the quality of legal education at Unisa and a celebration of the university's commitment to advancing human rights discourse in Africa. Read more
