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Nonkululeko Malomane flies the Unisa flag at FameLab final
Nonkululeko Malomane, a top ten FameLab finalist, is set to captivate audiences with her powerful science communication skills. Read more
Unisa alumni cocktail event strengthens community ties in Zambia
The Unisa Alumni Relations Division hosted a vibrant cocktail event at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Lusaka, fostering networking among Zambian alumni and promoting postgraduate opportunities. Convenor Tisangechi Sakala inspired attendees with a call to engage in community projects. Read more
Unisa launches inaugural alumni event in Angola
The Unisa Alumni Relations Division hosted its first alumni gathering at the InterContinental Luanda Miramar, aiming to deepen ties with alumni in Angola. The event facilitated professional networking and discussions about establishing a local alumni chapter, reinforcing the university's regional presence and brand. Read more
Unisa students claim victory in EDHE Intervarsity Competition
Unisa students recently claimed top honours at the EDHE Intervarsity Competition, hosted at the university’s Muckleneuk Campus, outshining competitors from institutions like the University of Limpopo and the University of Mpumalanga. Read more
Unisa AI innovators lead engaging webinar on AI-infused module design
A task team from the university recently hosted a highly engaging and forward-thinking webinar titled “Demystifying and destigmatising AI in module design and development”. Read more
Recognition for Unisan’s journey of decolonising African epistemology
The College of Human Sciences’ Prof Elijah Baloyi was recently honoured at the International Conference of the African Languages Association of Southern Africa for authoring a groundbreaking article written in Xitsonga, a language often marginalised among South Africa's official languages. Read more
Shifting geopolitical landscape in the spotlight at Unisa
Unisa, in collaboration with the Institute for Global Dialogue and the Norwegian Embassy, hosted a pivotal dialogue centring on geopolitics and the critical partnership between Africa and Europe. Read more
DHET gives thumbs up to construction progress at Unisa's Sunnyside Campus
The Department of Higher Education and Training and the National Treasury recently visited the set-to-be world-class Unisa Centre of Excellence in Disabilities facilities, currently under construction at the university's Sunnyside Campus. The oversight visit was crucial in ensuring that the project progressed smoothly and that the final product would meet the high standards set by the department and the university. Read more
Inhlanyelo Hub expands Drone Divas Programme cohort two in Cape Town
Inhlanyelo Hub's Drone Divas Programme has officially expanded to Cape Town, marking another milestone in breaking barriers for women in the aviation and drone industries. With support from partners like Ntsu Aviation Solutions and Africa Beyond 4IR, the programme aims to nurture the next generation of female drone pilots and entrepreneurs. Read more
Unisa's LIS shines at the historic Bi-Centenary Conference in Lesotho
Unisa's Library and Information Services made a lasting impact at the Bi-Centenary Conference, held at Thaba-Bosi Cultural Village in Lesotho. This historic event, organised by the National University of Lesotho, marked 200 years of documented Sesotho heritage and underscored the importance of safeguarding knowledge for shaping national history. Read more
