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When the impossible becomes possible
Even after being diagnosed with a life-threatening condition, La-Portia Mahlangu-Matjila continues to efficiently lead a department with a staff component of 86 members. Read more
Unisa Convocation looks back on the year that was
Highlights and challenges experienced during 2021 were discussed at the recent Annual General Meeting of the Unisa Convocation. Read more
Combating GBV in higher education institutions
Speaking on gender-based violence, especially in the higher education context, Unisa’s Mbali Mazibuko and Shatadi Phoshoko call for the development of enhanced policies and victim-centred approaches on various levels. Read more
Unisa and Momentum empower South Africans to enhance their financial brain power
The latest Momentum-Unisa Household Financial Wellness Index was recently unpacked at the third annual Science of Success festival, which was attended by key stakeholders and influencers. Read more
Department of Mining Engineering celebrates first-ever PhD graduates
The recent introduction of the Doctor of Philosophy: Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) qualification at Unisa has made earning a PhD in an engineering discipline a reality, and three candidates have graduated. Read more
Honoured for advancing African knowledge systems
The Unisa Council recently conferred honorary degrees on veteran broadcaster Moloko John Mashamaite and spiritual peacemaker Reverend Daniel Lekota Read more
16 Days of Activism 2021: Everything you need to know
Promoted and supported nationally and at Unisa, the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children Campaign (16 Days of Activism Campaign) kicks off on 25 November. Read more
Celebrating the intellectual legacy of the late Prof Thandika Mkandawire
Unisa's Prof Jimi Adesina and other leading scholars participated in the recent Social Policy in Africa Conference, deliberating on development, democracy and social policy in remembrance of Prof Thandika Mkandawire. Read more
Unisa PhD candidate making a mark at the 2021 National Three-Minute Thesis Competition
Unisa doctoral candidate, Nonkanyiso Pamella Shabalala, made an impressive mark at a global competition held by more than 900 universities around the world. Read more
Calabash Awards: A night of celebrating contributions to humanity
Unisa’s Chancellor, former SA President Dr Thabo Mbeki, continued a long-standing tradition by honouring four highly esteemed South Africans at the annual Calabash Awards Read more
