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An inclusive institution advancing rights of people with disabilities
Unisa held a historic, ground-breaking sod-turning ceremony for its Sunnyside Campus Development Project, which will enhance inclusivity and access to education for students with disabilities, ensure the safety of students through advanced security systems, and provide 24-hour high-technology study facilities for improved teaching and learning. Read more
An inclusive institution advancing rights of people with disabilities
Unisa held a historic, ground-breaking sod-turning ceremony for its Sunnyside Campus Development Project, which will enhance inclusivity and access to education for students with disabilities, ensure the safety of students through advanced security systems, and provide 24-hour high-technology study facilities for improved teaching and learning. Read more
Strengthening bonds and empowering change
The Unisa Alumni Relations Office recently hosted an alumni Women's Day breakfast in Bloemfontein. The event inspired alumni to drive meaningful change, showcased their dedication, and affirmed their role as torchbearers of hope and positive change. Read more
Unisa alumni empowered to strengthen postgraduate education
Unisa alumni have answered the call to give back to their alma mater, undergoing comprehensive supervisory training to become mentors and guides for postgraduate students. Discover how this initiative shapes the future of education at Unisa and fosters a strong bond between the university and its accomplished alumni community. Read more
Unisa hosts MoodleMoot Africa 2023
Unisa, in collaboration with the Open University of Tanzania and other key stakeholders, is hosting the first MoodleMoot Africa conference to discuss innovations that support academic projects across the continent, including student-centric technologies driven by 4IR and artificial intelligence. Read more
ARWU ranks Unisa in the top eight best universities in South Africa
Attesting the university's commitment to reclaiming its place at the top tier of tertiary education institutions on the continent and globally, the 2023 Academic Ranking of World Universities has ranked Unisa in the top eight best universities in South Africa and the top 1 000 globally. Read more
Universities urged to remain relevant through Comprehensive ODeL
Speaking at the 2023 International Open and Distance eLearning Conference, Prof Romeela Mohee, Higher Education Commissioner of Mauritius, reiterated the importance of flexible learning that is accessible to everyone, and further acknowledged that the Covid-19 pandemic has been an accelerator of online learning. Read more
Recognising extraordinary women in the spirit of Feroza Adam
The 24th Feroza Adam Memorial Lecture, hosted by the Unisa Women's Forum in partnership with South African Women in Dialogue, paid tribute to the resilience of women and provided inspiration for empowering future generations. Gracing the event as inspirational keynote speaker was Dr Gwen Ramokgopa, ANC Treasurer-General. Read more
Unisa East London alumni chapter committed to making a difference
The Unisa East London alumni chapter gathered recently to support the university and create fundraising opportunities for underprivileged students. Though a small branch, they challenged other alumni chapters to join them to raise substantial scholarship funds. Read more
Unisan honoured as one of the Top 50 BRICS Young Scientists
The College of Education's Dr Moleboheng Ramulumo has been selected as one of the Top 50 BRICS Young Scientists 2023 for South Africa, and has participated in the 8th BRICS Young Scientist Forum and Innovator Prize. Read more
