News & Media
Unisa strengthens partnership with the Commonwealth of Learning
In his meeting with the university's executive management team, Prof Peter Scott, President of the Commonwealth of Learning, emphasised the importance of deepening and strengthening collaborative bonds with open and distance eLearning institutions such as Unisa. Read more
International council recognises Unisan as a research administration professional
Tau Moholoopa, a Post-Award Grants Officer in the Research Support Directorate at Unisa has been awarded the professional designation of Research Administration Professional (RAP) by the International Professional Recognition Council (IPRC). Read more
Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture reflects on the international scramble for Africa and the challenges of unity
Delivered by Senegalese politician and diplomat, Prof Abdoulaye Bathily, the much-anticipated 14th Annual Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture explored contemporary geopolitical dynamics and the imperative of African solidarity. Read more
4IR and digitalisation expert scoops Principal Award for Research Excellence
Dr Siphamandla Mncube's passion for ICT, teaching and research recently earned him the 2024 Principal's Award for Research Excellence. Mncube is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Information Science. His research focuses on 4IR and digitalisation with specific reference to ICT as an enabler in e-learning. Read more
Dedication to archival outreach and advocacy research earns Saurombe NRF C2 rating
Prof Nampombe Saurombe recently attained a prestigious National Research Foundation (NRF) C2 rating , underscoring her profound dedication to archival outreach and advocacy research. Read more
From planting to pages: A fascinating journey to academic excellence
A true son of the soil, Mogau Maja initially set his sights on a career in agriculture but after his life took an unexpected turn, he found his calling in librarianship and, ultimately, advanced to a PhD in this key information field. Read more
Perspectives on South Africa's 30-year democracy
The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME), in partnership with Unisa and the National Press Club, co-hosted a roundtable panel discussion on the 30-Year Review Report (1994-2024) on South Africa's democracy, themed "Perspectives on 30 Year Review Report and the road ahead", on 23 May 2024 at the Muckleneuk Campus, Tshwane. Read more
Academic journey a testament to dedication and resilience
Having recently reached the pinnacle of his academic journey by obtaining a PhD in Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences academic Dr Matome Simeon Maake is a shining example of perseverance and scholarly pursuit. Read more
Unisa awards master's degrees to Eritrea's Justice Ministry members
In a special graduation ceremony held on 21 May in Asmara, over two dozen Eritrean Ministry of Justice members were awarded their Master of Law degrees by Unisa. Read more
Unisan appointed to key position at NASDEV
The university's Acting Manager: Student Social Development, Mmangakane Mmako, has been appointed as Gauteng Regional Coordinator of the National Association of Student Development Professionals. Read more
