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Unisa honours its research stars at prestigious ceremony
Unisa recently recognised the outstanding achievements of academic staff at its Annual Research and Innovation Awards ceremony, honouring more than 100 academics who have made significant contributions to African research excellence. Read more
Empowering success through breaking bearers of disability
Shingirai Makosa, born and raised in Zimbabwe, excelled in his academic pursuits from an early age. Despite the challenges of a single-parent household, he consistently ranked as the top student in his class. Makosa has turned personal and economic hardships into a journey of academic excellence and professional success. Read more
Unisa expert speaks out about child murders in South Africa
Prof Nokuthula Mazibuko from the Department of Sociology shares her thoughts on child murders in South African and how traumatic parent-child experiences may have a profound impact on establishing and reinforcing a child's identity and purpose in life. Read more
Academic Literacy Facilitator ascends the corporate ladder to become Senior Lecturer
Tebogo Innocentia Munyai always wanted to develop and grow her career. She started as an Academic Literacy Facilitator at Unisa and worked hard to ascend the career ladder. She was recently appointed as a Senior Lecturer at Unisa's College of Law. Read more
A generational university
David Modisha Matlakala, a former student leader from Mahwelereng, Mokopane says the first university degree obtained by his uncle in 1997 created a culture of learning in his family. Matlakala recently obtained his LLB degree from Unisa. Read more
Unisan making trailblazer moves in sports psychology
In the world of psychology and sports, Dr Koketjo Tsebe stands out as a remarkable individual whose contributions continue to inspire many. Her interest in sports psychology was sparked during high school when she first learned about the discipline. This initial curiosity led her to pursue extensive research, mentorship and postgraduate studies, enabling her to delve deeply into the intricacies of sports psychology. Read more
Towards a unified approach to language preservation and accessibility
Unisa recently hosted a transformative event under the theme "Preserving Languages: Open, Free and Accessible Knowledge for All", which brought together experts to advance the use of South African languages through innovative collaborations. Read more
Unisa Press celebrates Soweto's entrepreneurial legacy
Africa's largest university publisher recently launched The Journey of the Soweto Entrepreneur since 1905. Edited by Dr Thami Mazwai, the narratives in the book describe the rich tapestry of Soweto's entrepreneurial history, recounting the triumphs and trials of its pioneering businesspeople. Read more
Unisa co-hosts 2024 Global Sustainable Development Congress in Thailand
A determined Unisa delegation, led by the Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Puleng LenkaBula, and comprising members of the executive management, and academic and professional support staff, are on their way to Bangkok, Thailand, to co-host the 2024 Global Sustainable Development Congress. Read more
Green dreams: Planting seeds of sustainability at Unisa Durban Campus
The Unisa Durban campus recently witnessed a remarkable event that underscored the university's commitment to sustainability and community engagement. The tree-planting ceremony, spearheaded by an esteemed panel of participants, marked the continuation of a transformative journey towards a greener and self-sufficient campus. Read more
