News & Media
Unisa rated among SA's best-managed companies
In recognition of its outstanding performance and commitment to excellence, Unisa has earned a prestigious position among the top 500 ranked companies in South Africa and the top five in the universities category. Read more
Unisa is reclaiming its place at the top tier of tertiary education in South Africa
A centre of excellence and a lever of optimum participation in the global knowledge arena with impact, Unisa is reclaiming its space in the top tier of South African higher education. In the second edition of the 2023 Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, Unisa has been ranked seventh among the country's 123 institutions of higher learning. Read more
Empowering facilitators for the digital future
Unisa's Digital Literacy for Educators workshop is an innovative initiative that equips educators with the digital literacy skills needed to navigate the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Read more
Outstanding scholar situates Unisa prominently within the global theological landscape
In a fitting acknowledgment of his many academic achievements and dedication to theological research, Prof Magezi Elijah Baloyi has been honoured with a research professorship, and has also been invited to participate in a prestigious programme at Princeton University in the United States as the sole black academic representative. Read more
Smaller businesses encouraged to think out of the box
Unisa's Western Cape Region recently joined the George Business Chamber in hosting an event aimed at assisting business owners in the region to ensure growth, development and prosperity. Read more
Unisa to host Multilingual Spelling Bee Competition in Limpopo
As Unisa continues to celebrate its 150th anniversary, 150 learners from various districts in Limpopo will go head-to-head to win the prize of R5000 and a laptop in the Multilingual Spelling Bee Competition, which will be held on 29 September 2023. The innovative event celebrates linguistic diversity and promotes multilingualism in South African communities. Read more
Midlands region hosts impactful open day
As part of its effort to provide excellent and accessible customer service, the Unisa Midlands region recently held an open day to allow current and prospective students to engage with various colleges on issues relating to the 2024 application process, admission requirements and available bursaries. Read more
Empowering minds, transforming lives through health and wellbeing
In a world that often races ahead, Unisa recently took a moment to reflect on what truly matters - the wellbeing of its students. The Health and Wellbeing Awareness Festival is an event that goes beyond the textbooks and lectures, diving deep into the realms of mental health, self-discovery and holistic wellness. Read more
NRF appoints Unisan as chair of evaluation and rating panels
Recently appointed by the National Research Foundation as chairperson of the evaluation and rating panels, Prof Kerstin Jordaan says she is honoured to be trusted in a position of tremendous responsibility and will ensure that evaluations of researchers' academic standing are made fairly. Read more
Unisa launches Department of Gender and Sexuality Studies
In a significant step towards promoting gender equality and addressing pressing issues related to gender and sexuality, the College of Human Sciences at Unisa has unveiled its newly established Department of Gender and Sexuality Studies. Read more
