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Unisa honours its research stars at prestigious ceremony
Unisa recently recognised the outstanding achievements of academic staff at its Annual Research and Innovation Awards ceremony, honouring more than 100 academics who have made significant contributions to African research excellence. Read more
Unisa co-hosts 2024 Global Sustainable Development Congress in Thailand
A determined Unisa delegation, led by the Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Puleng LenkaBula, and comprising members of the executive management, and academic and professional support staff, are on their way to Bangkok, Thailand, to co-host the 2024 Global Sustainable Development Congress. Read more
The QS World University Rankings 2025 lists Unisa as one of the top 7 universities in SA
Attesting Unisa’s stature as a globally sustainable and competitive university, the 2025 edition of the QS World University Rankings has listed Unisa as one of the top seven universities in South Africa. The ranking is widely regarded as one of the world's most prominent university rankings evaluating institutions based on factors such as academic reputation and employability, among other ranking criteria. Read more
Unisa awards honorary doctorate to General Secretary of the Council for World Mission
A distinguished leader in the fight for global well-being, Reverend Prof Dr Jooseop Keum, received the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Theology (Honoris Causa) at Unisa in recognition of his immense contributions to global peace, economic and ecological justice, during a graduation ceremony held at the Muckleneuk Campus, Pretoria, on Friday 31 May 2024. Read more
Receiving Unisa honour, African brand supremo delivers powerful message on Africanness
Thebe Ikalafeng, a true beacon of visionary leadership in the realm of Africa-focused branding and marketing, had the audience on their feet with an inspirational address on being African and reclaiming African culture and identity when he received an honorary doctorate at the university on 30 May. Read more
Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture reflects on the international scramble for Africa and the challenges of unity
Delivered by Senegalese politician and diplomat, Prof Abdoulaye Bathily, the much-anticipated 14th Annual Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture explored contemporary geopolitical dynamics and the imperative of African solidarity. Read more
Perspectives on South Africa's 30-year democracy
The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME), in partnership with Unisa and the National Press Club, co-hosted a roundtable panel discussion on the 30-Year Review Report (1994-2024) on South Africa's democracy, themed "Perspectives on 30 Year Review Report and the road ahead", on 23 May 2024 at the Muckleneuk Campus, Tshwane. Read more
Societal impact under the microscope at Unisa's Research and Innovation Week
At the opening of its annual week-long celebration of the world-class, Africa-centred work emanating from its colleges, the university underscored its commitment to bridging the gap between science and society through a wide range of research and innovation initiatives. Read more
Unisa confers posthumous honorary degree on heroine Prof Mĩcere Gĩthae Mũgo
On 10 May 2024, Unisa conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Languages, Linguistics and Literature (Honoris Causa) posthumously on Prof Mĩcere Gĩthae Mũgo, a celebrated playwright, author and activist, at the #UnisaAutumnGraduations held at the Muckleneuk Campus. Read more
Unisa confers honorary doctorate on renowned restaurant mogul, Natasha Sideris
Unisa conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) on Natasha Sideris at a graduation ceremony held on 7 May 2024. Sideris is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Tashas Restaurant Group. The degree recognises her substantial and unique contributions to the fields of hospitality and consumer science. Read more