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Unisa's Midlands Region collaborates with communities
The region recently visited the Tsholetsa Disability Centre in Tlhabane, Rustenburg, to gain feedback on the activities that took place during 2023 and to plan collectively for 2024. Read more
Inhlanyelo Hub's Ide8tion Design Thinking Online Course unlocks creativity
In the dynamic landscape of innovation and problem-solving, the 7-week Inhlanyelo Hub's Ide8tion online course kicked off on the 15th of November, 2023. Crafted by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, the course promises an immersive journey into the realms of ideation. Read more
Unisa renews commitment to capacity building in Ethiopia
During a recent graduation ceremony at Unisa's Ethiopia Regional Learning Centre, the university and the Ethiopian government renewed their memorandum of agreement for an additional five years. Unisa envisions the centre to become a hub for the Eastern African region. Read more
LenkaBula addresses CODESRIA's 16th General Assembly on behalf of African VCs
Prof Puleng LenkaBula, Unisa Principal and VC, recently addressed the 16th General Assembly of The Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa. The council is a leader and anchor for policy development on the continent and globally. Read more
Unisa students ignite tomorrow's solutions
Students from Unisa's colleges showcased their groundbreaking and future-driven inventions at the inaugural 12th Research and Innovation Festival, demonstrating the university's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. Read more
Alumnus flies the Unisa flag high in Russia
Demonstrating his acumen in financial security, among other areas, Thokozani Prince Simelane, together with six team members and three coordinators, represented South Africa at the Third International Olympiad on Financial Security in Sochi, Russia. Read more
Exploring the dark side of digital information flow
In her inaugural lecture, Prof Julie Reid, of the Department of Communication Sciences, explored the dangers posed by digital recommender systems and advocated for new governance imperatives in the realm of online information. Read more
Reflections on the 11th Annual Neville Alexander Memorial Lecture
Prof Vuyokazi Nomlomo of the University of Zululand delivered the keynote address at the lecture, a poignant annual celebration of the life and legacy of Dr Neville Alexander, a fervent advocate for multilingualism in South Africa. Read more
Accelerating innovation and technology impact to enhance development
The 2023 Unisa Innovation Festival provided participants with the opportunity to learn about the latest innovation trends at the university, discuss broad trends in innovation, research and collaboration, and build partnerships within the innovation ecosystem. Read more
Conference inspires men to reclaim African communities
Unisa's Eastern Cape Region, in collaboration with the Unisa Women's Forum, College of Graduate Studies and Tirisano, celebrated International Men's Day with a powerful inspirational message to modern men at their Second Annual Men's Conference. Read more
