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Unisa collaborates with DIRCO to host IORA Day
Unisa's College of Economic and Management Sciences, in partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, hosted a significant commemoration of the Indian Ocean Rim Association. The event underscores the critical need for sustainable ocean management, greatly emphasising its importance in ensuring food security, fostering economic activities and sustaining livelihoods. Read more
Unisa Western Cape hosts dynamic first-year information sessions
The events, presented at the Cape Town Campus and George Regional Centre, were tailored to provide first-time registered students with pertinent information relating to all the services offered to them by the campus and regional centre. Read more
TikTok sensation thanks Unisa for enabling access to higher education for the marginalised
As an African university committed to shaping futures in the service of humanity and redressing societal imbalances, Unisa has, for decades, made access to education possible for all. Its open-distance eLearning modality addresses geographical mobility, while its affordable tuition fees have allowed previously disadvantaged people to gain access to a university system for generations. @TheAccountingGirl shares how she got access to study for a BCom Accounting Sciences degree at Unisa. Read more
Unisa alumnus shaping futures in the service of humanity
Growing up under poverty-stricken conditions in an overcrowded two-room shack in the rural village of Libotlwane, Makapanstad, without electricity, Unisa alumnus Kgaugelo Baloyi rose above adversity to open his law firm. Today, like a faithful steward of Unisa values, he spearheads an initiative that provides Unisa graduates with work opportunities. Read more
Inhlanyelo Hub gears up to celebrate inaugural success of Drone Divas
Inhlanyelo Hub is set to unveil the triumphs of its groundbreaking inaugural Drone Divas programme at the exclusive certification ceremony. Brace yourself for a whirlwind of innovation, empowerment and barrier-breaking moments that redefine the future of drone technology. Read more
Farming community inspires Unisa student to pursue education in agriculture
Agriculture is an integral component of the development of Africa and has been a vital tool for economic growth and the alleviation of poverty in many communities. Unisa student, Simlindile Ndatsha, was raised in a farming community, which inspired him to pursue agricultural education with the aim of investing back in his community. He is currently doing his PhD in Agriculture. Read more
Unisa engineering students design mobility solutions for retirement home
As Unisa's 150-year celebrations continue, a group of mechanical engineering students at the university's College of Science, Engineering and Technology designed two wheelchairs and donated them to a retirement facility to aid residents in much-welcomed independent mobility. Read more
From domestic worker to Unisa graduate: A story of unwavering resilience and determination
27-year-old Samkelisiwe Ndlazi's academic journey is one of success against all odds. While still a domestic worker, Ndlazi says she is looking for opportunities in her field of study and looks forward to changing her family's background. Additionally, like a true Unisa student, she also highly values community engagement and desires to bring change in her community through youth development programmes. Read more
Unisan shares peace education framework at the African Union
Prof Ashley Gunter of Unisa's College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences recently presented the findings and policy recommendations of a comprehensive peace education framework, co-developed with UK researchers, to the African Union Peace and Security Council in Ethiopia. Read more
Unisa Press launches seminal guide to 4IR in the South African context
Launched in February, South Africa Confronts the Fourth Industrial Revolution Era outlines the challenges, pathways and possibilities of the significant technological strides that have been made in various sectors in South Africa. Read more
