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Koma e wetse: When tradition meets the harsh realities of modern livelihoods
In the context of today’s economic pressures, the impact of traditional initiation on the lives and livelihoods of young initiates cannot be ignored, writes Unisa alumna Mampete Mookeng. Read more
Imbizo inspires youth
The Chief Albert Luthuli Research Chair recently hosted its annual "Let the Youth Say Amen" imbizo in Mabopane, focusing on addressing the declining participation of young people in South Africa’s mainline churches. Read more
Shedding light on the well-being of ODeL facilitators
The research of Dr Liesl Scheepers, who recently graduated with a PhD in Education at Unisa, explores the interplay between self-efficacy, burnout and the transformative power of relationships in distance education. Read more
A giant leap for student success and retention
Supplemental Instruction, an academic support programme designed to enhance students’ learning and success in challenging courses, is set to be piloted at Unisa, marking a giant leap for student success and retention. Read more
SWEEP: Where women entrepreneurs take the lead
From drone pilots to skincare brand builders, student women entrepreneurs are stepping into their power, and Inhlanyelo Hub is ensuring that they have the tools to soar. Read more
A sense of belonging and excellence nurtured through collaboration
On a recent visit to the Department of Art and Music, Research Associate Professor Caroline van Niekerk shared knowledge from her extensive experience in academic publishing, highlighting its cyclical nature and the necessity of resilience when facing editors’ rejections. Read more
Wielding her Unisa PhD, Botswana educator champions early childhood development
Dr Bawani Elisa Leungo, who specialises in oral language development in early childhood, lauds Unisa for its pivotal role in her academic journey. Read more
Proud Unisa alumna bridges distance and fuels career growth
After struggling with depression and repeatedly registering and deregistering, Lindiwe Zamandaba Kati finally achieved her dream of obtaining a Bachelor of Information Science degree from Unisa. Read more
SAPS women in blue graduate at Unisa
Years of discipline culminated in Constable Lydia Thubana and Sergeant Tshepiso Mphahlele graduating at Unisa’s #2025AutumnGraduations, marking not just a personal triumph, but a significant gain for the South African Police Service. Read more
Degrees of determination: Stories of grit, growth, and graduation
Read about four remarkable Unisa graduates who demonstrate what it means to hang in there, survive and come out even stronger. Read more
