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VC delivers convocation lecture at NOUN, Abuja, Nigeria
Prof Puleng Lenkabula recently delivered the 12th Convocation Lecture at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). She underscored Unisa and NOUN as essential institutions in offering access to education anchored on the imperatives of social justice and equity. Read more
Driven to intensify human rights
The zealous Unisa alumna and Speaker of Council in the City of Ekurhuleni, Councillor Nthabiseng Tshivhenga, says her passion for intensifying social justice and addressing human rights issues around equal economic, political and social rights and opportunities is what inspired her to pursue an LLB degree. Read more
An invitation to share your Unisa@150 story
Your university, the oldest, largest and most progressive in the country, is celebrating its remarkable sesquicentennial this year. As students and alumni, you are the lifeblood of Unisa, and your unique voices are essential in telling the story of this great institution. Find out how you can contribute. Read more
Tshwane Region law students win the Unisa Moot Court Competition
In a competition that seeks to allow law students to put their learning into practice, the Tshwane Region was declared the winner of the Unisa Moot Court Competition. Read more
An invitation to share your Unisa@150 story
Your university, the oldest, largest and most progressive in the country, is celebrating its remarkable sesquicentennial this year. As students and alumni, you are the lifeblood of Unisa, and your unique voices are essential in telling the story of this great institution. Find out how you can contribute. Read more
Unisa alumni unite to boost graduate employability
A recent Unisa alumni event in the Western Cape was a resounding success, strengthening the alumni network in the region and showcasing the passion and dedication of Unisa graduates in making a positive impact on their communities and beyond. Read more
Returning to Unisa's autumn graduations
Unisa autumn graduation ceremonies commenced on Wednesday 22 March 2023 in Pretoria. This season's graduation ceremonies are scheduled to run until 8 June 2023 and will be held in seven regions: Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town, East London, Mbombela, Polokwane and Bloemfontein. Read more
Unisa linguist attempts to solve the literacy crisis in South Africa
Delivering her inaugural lecture recently, Prof Carien Wilsenach from the College of Human Sciences’ Department of Linguistics and Modern Languages argued that there is a literacy crisis in South Africa. This refers to the fact that 78% of learners in Grade 4 cannot understand what they read, and more than 50% of children do not know the letters of the alphabet by the end of Grade 1. Read more
Taking a moment to connect with nature, Unisans observe Earth Hour
Unisa staff members recently gathered at the e-garden on the institution's Muckleneuk Campus to observe Earth Hour and participate in related activities, which included connecting with nature and enjoying a fun walk around campus. Read more
Historic landmark for Unisa North Eastern Region
Unisa North Eastern Region law students have been lauded for raising the regional flag high at the recent Moot Court competition. For their stellar performance, the group received the Best Memorial Award for their cogent and well-drafted heads of arguments. Read more
