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Intensifying teaching and learning practice in African universities
Graced by renowned higher education experts in Africa, the 2nd Regional Model Symposium hosted by Unisa, in partnership with the Namibian College of Open Learning and the Botswana Open University, aimed at, among others, enhancing the quality and credibility of programme offerings and learner support services within a context-bound regional model. Read more
Unisa confers posthumous honorary degree to struggle stalwart Solomon Mahlangu
Unisa recently conferred a degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science (Honoris Causa) posthumously to Solomon Kalushi Mahlangu, a renowned South African freedom fighter, struggle activist and operative of the ANC military wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK). Read more
Unisa honours accounting trailblazer, Sizwe Nxasana
Sizwe Nxasana, one of the most revered South Africans who led an illustrious career and defined the odds to become one of the first black chartered accountants, was conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting Sciences (Honoris Causa) at Unisa. Read more
"Unisa should be lauded for its prudence in recognising the ability of women to lead" – Deputy Chief Justice Maya
Hailed as one of the women who made groundbreaking strides in championing the country's justice system and empowering women in the judiciary and the broader legal profession, Unisa recently conferred Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya with a Doctor of Philosophy in Law (Honoris Causa). Read more
"I am happy to be associated with this great university" - Chief Justice Zondo
During a thrilling #UnisaSpringGraduations ceremony, the university conferred a Doctor of Laws (LLD) (Honoris Causa) on South African Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo, recognising his unwavering commitment to justice. Accepting the honourary doctorate, Zondo said: “I am happy to be associated with this great university.” Read more
Refining quality assurance systems in the higher education sector
In partnership with Times Higher Education, Unisa held the University Impact Forum to explore ways to enhance quality education in Africa. Read more
Unisa's core function remains intact
Professor Puleng LenkaBula and the Executive Management of Unisa held a media briefing to share an update on the general state of the university and assure stakeholders and the public that Unisa remains on course towards fulfilling its missional mandate of becoming a comprehensive, open distance and eLearning institution that produces excellent scholarship and research while providing quality tuition and fostering active community engagement. Read more
Unisa and THE collaborate to develop quality education in Africa
Unisa's collaboration with the Times Higher Education to host higher education leaders will provide fascinating, lively and hugely important discussions about developing higher education in Africa, ensuring the event is one not to miss. The forum's theme is based on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 - quality education. Read more
Unisa rated among SA's best-managed companies
In recognition of its outstanding performance and commitment to excellence, Unisa has earned a prestigious position among the top 500 ranked companies in South Africa and the top five in the universities category. Read more
Unisa extends international collaboration to Latin America
Unisa recently hosted representatives of the Brazilian Association of Rectors of State and Municipal Universities, and conducted robust discussions on possible collaboration to enhance student experience and student success at South African and Brazilian higher education institutions. Read more
