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Orange Day against GBVF: A community stands united

In a powerful stand to raise awareness and foster solidarity, Unisans joined hundreds of participants on the streets of Sebokeng, united against gender-based violence and femicide. Read more

Unisa, EC industry leaders discuss collaboration to enhance catalytic niche areas

To propel the university's catalytic niche areas forward, Unisa's executive management, alongside notable industry leaders within the Eastern Cape region, participated in an enriching and constructive discussion. Read more

Black industrialist and founding CEO of Capebio to deliver keynote address at Innovation Festival

Daniel Ndima, a structural biologist of infectious diseases who strongly advocates for scientific innovation that creates jobs, improves the quality of ordinary lives and contributes to social development and the economy, will be speaking at the upcoming Unisa Innovation Festival. Read more

Unisa connects with Giyani community to define tomorrow

The university recently reinforced its brand presence in Limpopo by engaging with community stakeholders, showcasing its academic milestones and outlining offerings from various colleges. Read more

Dr Nasiphi Moya to give keynote address at Unisa Innovation Festival

The Unisa Innovation Festival, which promises to elevate societal innovation to new heights, will be graced by the presence of Dr Nasiphi Moya, Executive Mayor of the City of Tshwane, who will be speaking on "Leadership for an innovation society: a case of the City of Tshwane". Read more

Unisan pens a personal and moving reflection on Luthuli's legacy

Rivonia Naidu, an emerging voice in academic writing, recently made her first contribution to scholarly work through a chapter she authored in The Faces and Phases of Inkosi Albert Luthuli. For Naidu, this project was a personal journey, filled with reflections on history, family and community solidarity. Read more

Unisan's PhD research paper lauded at international conference

Unisan Mashamaite Ramutsheli received the award for Best Emerging Scholar at the 9th International Conference on Governance and Accountability, co-hosted by the Durban University of Technology and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Read more

Breaking barriers: An inspiring doctoral journey from adversity to achievement

Having recently graduated with a PhD in Environmental Sciences from Unisa, Dr Rikasha Shamlall exemplifies the power of perseverance and education in a world where challenges often seem insurmountable. Read more

An inspiring Unisa journey to a PhD in consumer science

Soné Corné van Zuydam's passion for food and nutrition resulted in a doctorate in Consumer Science. Read how she overcame several obstacles and embraced online learning in pursuit of her goal Read more

Unisa continues to recognise – and support – talent among staff

Among the many Unisans who have benefitted from the university's Talent Management initiative is former security officer Phathutshedzo Mashamba, whose passion for matters electrical has seen him permanently appointed as an electrician at the institution. Read more