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Leading expert in alternative fuels production takes on Unisa's energy catalytic niche area
Prof Xinying Liu was recently appointed as a Distinguished Professor in the College of Science, Engineering and Technology to lead the university's energy catalytic niche area, with a specific focus on the production of alternative and green liquid fuels for off-grid and rural applications. Read more
Top NRF rating confirms the ongoing global intellectual significance of Black Theology
The South African National Research Foundation has awarded an A1 rating to Unisa Research Fellow and Professor Extraordinarius Anthony Reddie, the first Professor of Black Theology in the history of the University of Oxford and the inaugural Director of the Centre for Black Theology at that university. Read more
Ethiopian postgraduate students proudly walk the stage at vibrant Unisa graduation ceremony
At a ceremony held in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, 62 graduates received postgraduate qualifications. In attendance at this special event were, among others, the Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor, the South African Deputy Minister: Higher Education and Training, and the Ethiopian Director-General: Higher Education Academic Affairs. Read more
Unisa leads an Afrocentric workshop initiative across three cities
In a groundbreaking effort to embed African philosophies and traditions into an academic workshop design, Prof Ashley Gunter of the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences and his team have successfully implemented a workshop model in Nairobi, Johannesburg and East London, spanning five days of intensive engagement. Read more
Unisa academic elected to global leadership role
Prof Annemarie Davis from the College of Economic and Management Sciences is making waves on the global stage, championing African scholarship in the field of strategic management. Her election to a prestigious leadership role signals a growing recognition of diverse perspectives in academia. Read more
Unisa improves international standing in 2025 Webometrics ranking
As rated by one of the world's largest public research bodies, the university has improved its global position from 797th to 732nd, while maintaining its 2024 ranking among South Africa's institutions of higher learning. Read more
Unisa is transforming lives beyond barriers
A programme to reach out to the university's incarcerated students is not just about extending support: it's about planting a seed of hope, nurturing dreams and transforming lives beyond barriers. Read more
Unisa alumna and menstrual rights activist speaks in Parliament
Nokuzola Ndwandwe, a Unisa Accounting Sciences graduate from KwaZulu-Natal, who is also an award-winning menstrual health rights activist, recently addressed the South African Parliament to present a petition calling for menstrual rights to be recognised as a human right in this country. Read more
Unisa empowers educators with practical coding and robotics skills
The Unisa Science Engagement Centre recently conducted a robotics and coding workshop to empower more than 600 educators from various schools across the country. Read more
Inhlanyelo Hub hosts webinar on unlocking innovation, collaboration and impact
Inhlanyelo Hub NPC, in collaboration with the Georgia Institute of Technology, recently hosted a webinar unpacking the importance of building strong entrepreneurial ecosystems to drive economic growth. Read more
