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Unisa’s TM-School hosts productive first open day
The Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs at Unisa opened its doors to the new cohort of prospective students eager to explore its offerings and envision their academic journeys. Read more
Unisa partners with NAFCOC to celebrate six decades of black business power
The university recently played a vital role as one of the proud sponsors of the National African Federated Chamber of Commerce’s 60th anniversary celebration, a testament to resilience, growth, and the unwavering spirit of the black business community. Read more
Unisa champions indigenous languages in academia
The university's College of Human Sciences continues to raise awareness regarding the importance of using indigenous languages in teaching and learning in higher education through a project supported by the Department of Higher Education and Training. Read more
Empowering the future of education
The Teaching Practice Office in the College of Education hosted an insightful and engaging Teaching Practice Orientation Day on 19 March under the theme “A RE TSEBANENG.” Read more
Lekgotla charts a course for the new student generation
Setting the tone for the Principal and Vice-Chancellor’s Management Lekgotla, Professor Puleng LenkaBula said that the gathering is a critical opportunity to reflect on and reassess the university’s progress toward realising its vision for the new generation of students, assess deliverables and achievements, and consider challenges and opportunities. Read more
Unisa Library sets the standard for academic excellence in Africa
In an influential demonstration of continental leadership and innovation, Unisa’s Library and Information Services recently welcomed high-profile delegations from Kenya and Tanzania, consolidating its status as a continental benchmark in academic libraries. Read more
Unisa law graduate awarded the Johannes Voet Bar Medal
Advocate Lyle Bunting has joined an elite group after being awarded the Johannes Voet Bar Medal by the Pretoria Bar. The award follows the nomination of Bunting as the best LLB student for the 2023 academic year. Read more
Inhlanyelo Hub celebrates rural entrepreneurship development
Inhlanyelo Hub is driving rural entrepreneurship by empowering youth in the Marico Biosphere Reserve with a six-month programme that aims to transform the local community into a hub of economic participation and empowerment. Read more
Unisa leads AI governance conversation at landmark conference
At the 10th Annual Law Conference, Unisa once again affirmed its leadership in the national higher education sector with the presentation of a compelling paper that provided in-depth insights into how artificial intelligence is transforming the education sector, and Unisa’s progress in shaping a fit-for-purpose AI governance policy. Read more
Turnaround victory for Unisa’s College of Accounting Sciences
The university is celebrating a significant academic achievement after recording a 51% pass rate in the January 2025 Initial Assessment of Competence examination, administered by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants. This marks a substantial 50% improvement from the previous year’s 34% pass rate. Read more
