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Examining how climate affects the human psyche
Human health is intimately linked to various facets relating to climate change, and the research of Unisa’s Professor Monika dos Santos in the climate change space focuses on the oft-overlooked effects on mental and physical health. Read more
Never too late for self-empowerment through education
A self-driven and visionary mother, former cleaner Florah Mukumo overcame poverty and other difficult circumstances to obtain her first degree at the age of 64. Read more
Unisa adds academic muscle to safe energy campaign
Delivering his inaugural address, Prof Ashley van Niekerk from the ISHS said that "No Paraffin!" had been launched by the university in partnership with ASSAf to contribute to SA's accelerated transition to affordable and modern energy to prioritise the needs of socio-economically impoverished communities. Read more
Unisan appointed to Society of American Archivists
The renowned Chair of the Department of Information Sciences at Unisa, Prof Mpho Ngoepe, has been appointed as committee member of the Technical Subcommittee on Encoded Archival Standards. "Being appointed in this position is both an honour and privilege to contribute to the society that can make a difference to the global community." Read more
Uncovering deep-seated roots of hardship
Dr Khuze Skosana recently graduated with a PhD and is a lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Unisa. His research investigates the psychosocial effects of unemployment on young adults. Read more
Find our collectiveness to realise our humanness
"As history wrestles with us, we must wrestle with history in the present, for the imagined future." This aptly summarises the discussions that took place at the 16th Annual Peace, Safety and Human Rights Memorial Lecture, hosted by Unisa's Institute for Social and Health Sciences in collaboration with the Psychological Society of South Africa and the Pan-African Psychology Union. Read more
This go-getter is living her dream
On her journey to realise her childhood aspirations, Unisa’s Dr Koketjo Tsebe continues adding accolades to her long list of achievements. “Every day I am reminded that as long as I work hard, commit to my roles, consult with others, and prioritise my work, I can realise all my goals.” #WomensMonth Read more
Young imbokodo academic gets estimable recognition
Not only is she a magnificent woman, Unisa's Dr Lebohang Motsomotso has also bagged the 2021 Unisa Research and Innovation Youngest Female Doctoral Graduate Award. "Women should know that alone you cannot change the world, but you can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples." #WomensMonth #Imbokodo Read more
Amplifying the already huge impact of a modern African classic
On his passionate journey to Africanise the university landscape, Unisa alumnus Dr John Mambambo single-handedly translated Ngũgĩ wa Thiongo’s seminal work, Decolonising the Mind: The Politics of Language in African Literature, to ChiShona, thus extending its reach to grassroots level. Read more
Unisan nominated to the SA Film and Publication Board
Prof Siya Tyali will apply his expertise to ensure the regulation of films, games and publications. Read more
