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Unisa's Health and Wellness Day urges regular screenings and active lifestyles
Unisa's Employee Relations and Wellness Directorate hosted its annual Health and Wellness Day at the Muckleneuk Campus. Prof Solomon Magano and Bertus Albrecht stressed the importance of prioritising health and wellness, highlighting the benefits of regular screenings and physical activity. Read more
Third ODeL Regional Model Symposium set to tackle SDG 4 and Agenda 2063 Goal 3 education matters
Unisa, in partnership with the Namibia College of Open Learning and the Botswana Open University, will host the 3rd ODeL Regional Model Symposium, themed Redefining and Reimagining our Futures, from 17 to 19 September 2024. Read more
Celebrating the legacy of a literary giant and pioneer of African humanism
Unisa's North-Eastern Regional Hub in Polokwane recently honoured Es'kia Mphahlele, a founding figure of modern African literature and humanism. The event, featuring thought-provoking discussions led by Prof Siphamandla Zondi, highlighted Mphahlele's enduring impact on African intellectual thought and his role in shaping contemporary literary discourse. Read more
Celebrating lifelong learning
Unisa's ZK Matthews Hall recently came alive with pride and celebration as adult learners were honoured for their dedication to personal and professional growth. The 2024 Adult Community Education and Training (ACET) ceremony showcased the power of lifelong learning, with distinguished guests applauding the remarkable achievements of the learners. Read more
Fostering community collaboration to drive positive change in honour of JL Dube
Unisa, in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Premier's Office, held the annual Dr John Langalibalele Dube Public Lecture in Durban. The lecture honoured Dube's enduring vision for collective empowerment. Business leader, Faith Khanyile, and dignitaries, including Premier Thami Ntuli and Unisa's Vice-Chancellor, Prof Puleng LenkaBula, reflected on Dube's legacy and challenged the audience to embrace his principles to drive positive change in society. Read more
Mbeki leads groundbreaking dialogue at Unisa on Africa's future and global challenges
The Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs held its premier interactive event, "Conversation with former President Dr Thabo Mbeki". This significant platform, attended by scholars, dignitaries, the Unisa community and its alumni, provided a unique opportunity to deeply engage with the university's Chancellor and former President, Dr Thabo Mbeki, on critical socio-economic, gender, political matters and, in addition, pressing local and global issues. Read more
Unisa Gauteng Region hosts CGS postgraduate research workshops
To assist its postgraduate students in enhancing their research skills and increasing their chances of succeeding in their research journey, Unisa, through the College of Graduate Studies, is facilitating research workshops at the university's regional offices throughout the country. Read more
Unisa's NSRC to participate at prestigious global leadership programme in Ethiopia
Unisa's National Student Representative Council will join student leaders from five South African universities in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 7 to 15 September 2024, for the Global Student Leadership Exchange Programme. Sponsored by the Department of Higher Education and Training, the programme will foster cross-cultural dialogue on civil rights, activism and leadership in Africa. Read more
Unisa's efforts to localise the UN's SDGs get a boost
Unisa has officially joined the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network, further solidifying its commitment to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals through education, research and global cooperation. As an early adopter of SDG localisation in higher education, Unisa continues to lead the way in promoting sustainable development across Africa. Read more
Unisa's DTSFL leads empowerment visits to Correctional Services facilities
Unisa's Department of Tuition, Support and Facilitation of Learning has launched a transformative initiative, visiting the Johannesburg Correctional Services to support inmates through education. The initiative fosters a collaborative approach to rehabilitation and empowerment, bridging academic support between the university and correctional facilities. Read more
