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Unisa partners with Russian universities to globalise isiZulu
The university has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Tyumen State University and the Patrice Lumumba Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, a breakthrough initiative that will see isiZulu taught in Russia, while Russian will be taught at Unisa. Read more
Using sacred text to fight gender and sexuality discrimination
Dr Hanzline R Davids investigates the interpretation and application of biblical texts to stop violence and discrimination against LGBTIQ+ people in Africa Read more
Scholarship, ecosystem and value creation demonstrated at the Graduate School of Business Leadership
Scholarship, ecosystem and value creation were demonstrated at the Graduate School of Business Leadership during the Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) study schools. Read more
Unpacking crime through geography
In his highly anticipated inaugural lecture at Unisa, Prof Peter Schmitz of the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences shed light on the fascinating intersection of geography and forensic science. Read more
Unisa’s TM-School hosts a successful postdoctoral fellow seminar on the DRC conflict
The Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs recently hosted a high-level seminar themed An interim assessment of the instability in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the implications for sustainable peace in Africa. Read more
Student Representative Council treasurers sharpen their swords against student debt
The National Student Representative Council and Regional Student Representatives from all the regions of the university gathered at the Durban Campus to share ideas and discuss the pressing financial challenges facing students. Read more
Roundtable discussion spotlights gender parity
In celebration of the momentous historical landmarks advocating for gender parity, including the 50th anniversary of International Women's Year, Unisa and the Thabo Mbeki Foundation hosted an International Women's Day roundtable discussion themed Accelerate action: Financial inclusion for women in townships and rural areas. Read more
Parliamentary Portfolio Committee visits Unisa
The South African Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training under the Government of National Unity recently conducted an oversight visit to various Unisa sites to assess the university's efficacy in delivering affordable and high-quality education, and its state of readiness for the 2025 academic year, among other areas. Read more
Unisa, Namibian High Commission honour the memory of Namibia’s founding father
Senior diplomatic corps members, politicians and citizens of both Namibia and South Africa recently attended a memorial service for the late Dr Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, the legendary SWAPO leader and founding President of Namibia. Read more
Launch of transformation book by Unisa challenges scholarship issues
Transforming higher education scholarship after COVID-19 and in the context of the 4th Industrial Revolution, a new book edited by Unisa's Prof Grace Khunou offers perceptions on scholarship and transformation issues in the current educational setting. Read more
