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
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 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 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 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
The Junior Chamber International South Africa recently recognised Unisa LLB graduate Celinhlanhla Magubane as one of its Ten Outstanding Young Persons of South Africa. Read more
A recent workshop presented at Unisa’s Rustenburg Hub served to induct student leaders into ethical leadership and to consult on the newly drafted SRC Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy. Read more
Driven by a calling to serve with empathy and integrity, Prof Kgaugelo Boya's approach to leadership in the Department of Business Management prioritises student and staff empowerment and growth. With an impressive academic background, his leadership is rooted in humility and a genuine commitment to shaping future leaders. Read more
Unisa's Inhlanyelo Hub is strengthening ties with the African Union through strategic collaborations that promise to amplify student voices across Africa. A recent visit to the AUC in Addis Ababa marks the next step in a long-standing partnership, focusing on infrastructure, energy and youth engagement ahead of the 2025 Summit. Read more
Led by the university’s Midlands Region, a team recently engaged with the municipality to, among others, explore work-integrated learning opportunities for students. Read more