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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
Unisa symposium shares knowledge on building SA's aviation economy
The recent three-day inaugural Aerotropolis Symposium brought together academics, policymakers and industry leaders to deliberate on diversifying transportation systems to stimulate economic growth and unlock the potential to enhance global competitiveness. Read more
SAICA Accreditation Review Team visits Unisa
As part of a sustained partnership, the university's College of Accounting Sciences is currently hosting the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) Accreditation Review Team as part of an ongoing accreditation process. Read more
Unisa doctoral voices: stories of grit, growth and greatness
From theology to technology, nursing to decolonial scholarship – meet the extraordinary graduates who turned distance learning into a journey of self-discovery, resilience and purpose. Read more
Early identification of neurodiverse disorders will enhance mental health access
Delivering his inaugural address, the College of Education's Prof Ramodungoane Tabane stated that early treatment of many childhood disorders can contribute to alleviating social ills like school dropout, drug abuse and crime. Read more
Young communicators gain experience at Unisa
Through an internship programme, the Department of Institutional Advancement's Communications Division provides Unisa alumni with the opportunity to gain practical experience and improve future employability. 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
Empowering educators for a transformative future
Unisa's College of Education marked World Teachers' Day in style, bringing together educators, officials and partners in a vibrant celebration of the "mother of all professions". Read more
Unisa's Masedi Masekane makes academic history
At the recent Unisa spring graduation ceremonies, the College of Science, Engineering and Technology's Masedi Masekane was conferred a double doctoral degree in Physics with top honours, having been awarded the PhD magna cum laude by the University of Zagreb in Croatia for the same body of work. Read more
A research management star in the making
Shining bright is Leonie Louw, Research Ethics Officer in Unisa's Directorate: Research Support, who recently received professional recognition from an international body and an award from the Southern Africa Research and Innovation Management Association. Read more
