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Reimagining African identity, culture, history and philosophy
Delivering the seventh Chief Albert Luthuli Research Chair Founders' Lecture at Unisa, Ambassador Thenjiwe Mtintso challenged South African universities to reclaim African languages as instruments of identity and educational transformation. Read more
Unisans continue to make a major impact on and off the pitch
Read about four Unisa alumni and an academic staff member whose achievements and leadership in the highly competitive world of international cricket are a testament to the university’s role in shaping champions who balance intellect, discipline and drive. Read more
Unisa and Egypt join hands to illuminate a shared past
At an event attended by high-profile dignitaries, the university, in collaboration with the Egyptian Embassy, recently hosted a live screening of the historic opening ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Read more
Visionary youth champion to address Unisa’s Innovation Festival
Join Noxolo Fani, a passionate and award-winning entrepreneur dedicated to business excellence and empowering South Africa's youth, as she presents her unique take on young entrepreneurship and innovation during the Unisa Innovation Festival. Read more
Disability awareness at Unisa: Disability is not inability
As National Disability Rights Awareness Month commences, the university reflects on its inclusive institutional structures, policies and technologies to facilitate universal access. Read more
Calling on the church to become the voice and moral conscience of society
Delivering the keynote address at the 3rd Kairos Public Lecture, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, former Minister and anti-apartheid activist, maintained that the Kairos Document challenged the church to move from passive observation to challenging oppression; thus, standing in unwavering solidarity with the oppressed. Read more
A triumph in books and rhythms: Maskandi music sensation graduates from Unisa
Singer and songwriter, Siphesihle Thobelani Busani, also known as Mahostela 97, obtained his Bachelor of Education degree at Unisa during the spring season graduations. Busani advocates for holistic success and balance in all endeavours, to which he ascribes his stunning achievement in music and academia. Read more
Ten years of empowering learners to impact their communities through research
Unisa recently celebrated the tenth instalment of its annual Learners’ Research Summit. The initiative provides high school learners with an opportunity to present and showcase their proposed research projects in line with an identified theme or focus area. Read more
Percy Qoboza remains a luminary voice for truth and justice in the digital era
Hosted by Unisa, the 15th annual Percy Qoboza Memorial Lecture reanimated his memory and honoured his legacy as an inimitable media giant who fearlessly used his voice and the power of words to stand against apartheid's grip and censorship. Read more
Escalating digital transformation to ensure competitive African education systems
Speaking at the MoodleMoot Africa Conference co-hosted by Unisa, the institution's Chief Information Officer, Mathabo Nakene-Mginqi, challenged African universities to rethink their identities and digital strategies in the era of intelligent platforms. Read more
