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Prestigious ranking places Unisa in the top eight in SA
Unisa continues to make major strides in academic excellence, placing eighth among the top universities in South Africa in the latest QS World University Rankings based on factors such as academic reputation and international research network (Image credit: QS World University Rankings). Read more
Corruption: a benefit to the minority against the majority
Unisa recently hosted the 2023 International Anti-Corruption Commemoration Summit to discuss ways of creating solid anti-corruption policies and measures. The Deputy President of South Africa, Paul Mashatile, delivered the keynote address under the theme UNCAC at 20: Uniting the world against corruption. Read more
Closing ceremony reflects on 150 years of excellence and resilience
The closing ceremony of Unisa's academic year marked the celebration of 150 years of shaping futures in the service of humanity and reclaiming Africa's intellectual futures. Read more
Stunning sustainable art wows at Unisa
Recently unveiled, the Unisa Art Walk Project provides an innovative space for artists to use, reduce, reuse and recycle material to create various types of public artworks, and proves that the arts and sciences can co-exist in both space and conceptual imagery. Read more
Unisa Press celebrates 67 of Unisa's 150 years
The university's world-class publishing house is 67 years young, and the milestone was recently celebrated at a gathering of various stakeholders as the Press looked back on its proud history. Read more
A first for Africa as Unisa hosts two IWA conferences
From 3 to 8 December 2023, Unisa's College of Science, Engineering and Technology, in partnership with the Institute for Nanotechnology and Water Sustainability, hosted two International Water Association specialist conferences back-to-back in celebration of Unisa's 150-year anniversary. Read more
Unisa and organised labour sign historic multi-year salary agreement
Following months of discussions, Unisa and the two recognised trade unions at the institution have signed a multi-year collective agreement in a historic move. The agreement opens the door for a more secure and fruitful future for the university and its staff, marking an important turning point in the labour relations history of the university. Read more
Postgraduate student numbers show steady growth in Ghana
Unisa is increasing its footprint in West Africa with student numbers in the region having grown to some 290 postgraduate students by the end of 2023. The majority of these students are enrolled for doctoral studies. Read more
A dynamic fusion of theory and hands-on application
Inhlanyelo Hub NPC recently hosted the Design Thinking and Entrepreneurship Capstone Train-the-Trainer Programme, equipping participants with a profound understanding of design thinking, entrepreneurship and their practical applications. Read more
Mentorship excellence celebrated by CHS
Mentors and mentees gathered to celebrate and recognise the journey they have travelled at the College of Human Sciences’ 14th Mentorship Programme graduation ceremony. Read more
