Unisa has raised R8 million towards its R50 million student debt relief campaign, with more than 553 students expected to benefit from this year's fundraising drive.
August 12, 2026 | Category:
Corporate
Africa's future is in your hands: Unisa and AUDA-NEPAD challenge youth to drive Agenda 2063
Africa's development will not be driven by institutions alone. Unisa and AUDA-NEPAD are challenging young Africans to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to take ownership of Agenda 2063 and help shape the continent’s future.
August 11, 2026 | Category:
Lead, Featured, Research news, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Featured, Corporate
Unisa opens applications for fully funded veterinary medicine programme
Unisa is investing in South Africa's next generation of veterinarians through a fully funded partnership with the University of Namibia, allowing 10 aspiring veterinary professionals to help shape the university's future School of Veterinary Science.
August 07, 2026 | Category:
Corporate, Featured
Lesetja Kganyago: 'South Africa's economy has stabilised. But where is the growth?'
Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago tells Unisa audience that South Africa's economic resilience has been strengthened, but faster growth remains the country’s unfinished business.
August 07, 2026 | Category:
Featured, Alumni, Corporate
From Unisa to Hungary: How Sizakele Nkosi turned determination into a global opportunity
After overcoming years of financial obstacles and returning to university at the age of 30, Unisa graduate Sizakele Precious Nkosi is now pursuing a master's degree in Hungary, proving that determination and a Unisa qualification can open doors to the world.
August 04, 2026 | Category:
Featured, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Featured, Corporate
Too few vets, too many outbreaks: South Africa's FMD challenge
As South Africa continues to battle recurring outbreaks of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), Unisa says expanding veterinary education is critical to strengthening disease surveillance and response, protecting food security and supporting farming communities.
July 29, 2026 | Category:
Lead, Corporate
Unisa sparks critical conversation on South Africa's unfinished land question
Can land unlock South Africa's rural economy? At the fourth Annual Simiso Nkwanyana Memorial Lecture, Unisa brought together leading voices in academia, government and civil society to examine one of the country's most pressing challenges. The keynote address was delivered by Thoko Didiza, Speaker of the National Assembly and former Minister of Agriculture and Land Affairs.
July 28, 2026 | Category:
College of Law, Alumni, Featured, Corporate
From Unisa graduate to global fraud intelligence investigator
Gerald John Mariemuthoo shares details about his study journey at Unisa, which shaped both his personal and professional development and became the basis for how he now contributes to society.
July 28, 2026 | Category:
College of Accounting Sciences, Alumni, Featured, Corporate
Studying at Unisa was the right decision
For Reshokilwe Seloane, choosing to study at the University of South Africa became more than an educational decision; it became the turning point that reshaped her career and future.
July 28, 2026 | Category:
Corporate
More than a game: Unisa is building health, teamwork and lasting connections through sport
From promoting employee wellness to strengthening relationships across universities, Unisa's Sports and Recreation Office is proving that sport is about far more than winning matches.
African Council for Distance Education Conference 2027
Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)
Event dates: 12 - 16 April 2027
Full day
International Conference on Coastal, Marine, and Maritime Research (COMMRE 2026)
Venue: Durban International Conference Centre (Durban ICC)
Event dates: 27 - 30 October 2026
Full day