News & Media
Unisa remains anchored among the waves
Unisa held a media briefing on Wednesday 17 April 2024. Following robust and factual presentations, it was clear that Unisa's core function remains intact and solid. Its progress in research and innovation continues to position the university as an outstanding, globally competitive contributor to higher education. Read more
Unisa honours global icon Dr Esther Mahlangu for her mathematical indigenous knowledge
Unisa conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) to internationally acclaimed Ndebele artist Dr Esther Mahlangu in recognition of her profound mathematical principles embedded in her breathtaking and mesmerising artworks. As an African university, Unisa is committed to recognising and affirming indigenous knowledge systems. Read more
Inhlanyelo Hub explores sustainable tourism initiatives in Marico Biosphere Reserve
Inhlanyelo Hub recently collaborated with the Marico Biosphere Reserve Management Authority to identify, train and support new and existing tourism entrepreneurs in the Marico Biosphere Reserve, fostering economic participation, creating start-ups and jobs, and promoting local heritage. Read more
Unisa KZN Region explores extending university services to KwaMpungose community
The Unisa KwaZulu-Natal Region and KwaMpungose Traditional Council recently met to explore extending university services to the rural community. The meeting explored many ideas, possibilities and solutions presented by community leaders who spoke at length about their endeavour to establish a community college in the area. Read more
Unisa's catalytic niche areas provide industry-focused mining innovations
Following a landmark memorandum of understanding signed by Unisa and South Africa’s leading provider of refined copper, Palabora Copper, the university will leverage three of its catalytic niche areas to provide, among others, research, innovation, commercialisation and technical support to drive business sustainability at the company. Read more
When the Village Sleeps: A conversation with Dr Sindiwe Magona
The Chief Albert Luthuli Research Chair recently hosted a conversation with Dr Sindiwe Magona, a renowned South African writer, storyteller and activist, focusing on one of her most recent literary works. Read more
Legendary muso Ray Phiri honoured by Unisa
In recognition of the impact he made with his outstanding contributions and singular accomplishments in music, jazz supremo and Stimela frontman Ray Phiri was posthumously awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy in Music by the university on 12 April 2024. Read more
Promoting social cohesion through music
The Unisa Music Foundation recently launched a CD titled "Overjoyed". The CD was released on 6 April 2024 on all digital and streaming platforms. The launch highlights Unisa as an institution that supports the arts, inclusivity and social cohesion. Read more
Unisan among Africa's top career women
Based on her remarkable accomplishments, career development platform 9to5Chick has included Prof Daphney Mathebula in the Department of Decision Sciences in its list of Top 100 Career Women in Africa for 2024. Read more
A recognition for women who refuse to be defined and confined by patriarchy
Unisa conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Theology (Honoris Causa) on Bishop Nomthandazo Purity Malinga, the 100th Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church of Southern Africa (MCSA). Malinga is the first woman to take on the role in the MCSA. Read more
