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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
Unisa Ekurhuleni celebrates launch of Black Lawyers Association Student Chapter
The newly established chapter inspires leadership, unity and legal empowerment among Unisa law students in the region. Read more
Unisan shares psychology expertise as visiting scholar in the USA
Dr Shahieda Jansen of the university's Western Cape Region was a recent visiting scholar at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in California. She presented a series of lectures and clinical engagements at the institution's three campuses. Read more
Unisa's exhibition at aviation event draws interest from across the industry
The university's College of Law recently participated in the AERO South Africa Expo, showcasing its aviation-related academic offerings, particularly in aviation law, regulatory compliance, aviation management and future-focused areas such as drone technology regulation. Read more
Discover research opportunities in automotive sector with Shivani Singh
Shivani Singh, an influential force in South Africa's automotive sector, will contribute her extensive expertise during the Automotive CNA panel discussion at Unisa's Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium, held from 30 to 31 July 2025. Read more
Unisa and Eskom forge knowledge partnership to power South Africa's future
A groundbreaking engagement between the two entities brought together a dynamic mix of engineers, librarians, lecturers and information scientists, united by the common goal of preserving and transferring critical knowledge from South Africa’s energy sector while promoting information literacy on energy consumption to communities throughout the country. Read more
