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Unisa facilitates collaboration between Colombia and South Africa
The recent Interregional Exchange at Unisa brought together activists, scholars and diplomats from Colombia and South Africa to explore their shared histories and collaborative efforts in biodiversity protection and social justice. Read more
Concert reaffirms Unisa's commitment to fostering cultural unity
Celebrating indigenous choral music and contemporary artistry, Unisa's annual Principal and Vice-Chancellor's Concert brought together vibrant performances from the Kopano Chorus, the internationally acclaimed Ndlovu Youth Choir and the Ngwako Manamela Marimba Band. Read more
A noble scholar making great strides in academia and society
Prof Azwihangwisi Mavhandu-Mudzusi's passion for education and research on HIV/AIDS management and LGBTQI+ acts on the needs of South Africa and the continent. Read more
Blending career guidance and cybersecurity awareness
The Career Guidance and Cybersecurity Awareness (CGCA) project team recently visited the North West and Mpumalanga, where they shared crucial insights on upward mobility and digital safety. Read more about how this project is transforming lives and opening doors to a brighter future. Read more
The importance of writing in indigenous languages to preserve African culture
Recently hosted by the City of Matlosana Public Libraries, in collaboration with Unisa Midlands Region and Unisa Library and Information Services (LIS), a thought-provoking book talk aimed at encouraging writing in African languages. Read more
Future-proofing central to Inhlanyelo Hub’s strategic workshop
The non-profit company’s recent workshop marked a crucial milestone in its strategic journey towards 2025 by aligning goals, leveraging technology, and fostering sustainable growth. Read more
Unisa PVC honoured with SAASSAP’s 2024 Presidency Lifetime Award
Citing her immense contribution to student affairs and services in higher education, the South African Association of Senior Student Affairs Professionals recently presented its coveted Presidency Lifetime Award to Professor Puleng LenkaBula, Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor. (Image credit: SAASSAP) Read more
MoodleMoot Africa 2024 looks to the future of education technology
At the recent conference, co-hosted by Unisa, education leaders gathered to explore innovative solutions powered by Moodle's open-source platform to deliver quality learning experiences. Read more
In pursuit of using natural medicine to treat disease
A young scholar in pursuit of changing lives through research, Kabelo Mokgalaboni is currently involved in research focusing on medicine that uses plants and traditional vegetables that are freely available in rural areas due to their proven efficacy. Read more
Buti Manamela spotlights digital transformation and upskilling in TVET sectors
At a first-of-its kind international conference hosted by Unisa and SAPCO, the Deputy Minister of Higher Education outlined plans to equip technical and vocational education and training teachers with the skills needed to prepare students for the 21st century workforce. Read more
