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AI specialist to kick off Unisa’s Research and Innovation Week
Prof Nyna Amin, Interim Director of the Teaching and Learning Portfolio at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, will unpack Rewriting the Rules: AI as Academic Collaborator and Challenger during the formal opening of Unisa's Research and Innovation Week on 19 May 2025. Read more
How Medical Ethics and Health in Islam became a master’s journey for Rabia Mahomed
Rabia Mahomed, a Capetonian and Unisa alumna, spent many years in Saudi Arabia working as a freelance journalist for various publications – all while pursuing her academic goals. Now back in South Africa, she shares her inspiring journey with fellow alumni. Read more
Employment boost for Unisa’s accounting students
A recent career exhibition hosted by the university’s College of Accounting Sciences drew more than 400 students and brought together a diverse range of potential employers from sectors such as banking, government and professional accountancy bodies. Read more
Life and legacy of Miriam Makeba celebrated at Unisa
Marah Louw delivered the keynote address at the Third Annual Dr Miriam Makeba Memorial Lecture, hosted by the Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs. Read more
Unisa nominees gear up for the Science Oscars
Several Unisa academics have been nominated for the prestigious 2024/25 NSTF-South32 Awards. These awards recognise hard-working academics who are continuously engaged in pushing the boundaries of their respective fields (image credit: NSTF). Read more
Unisa extends engaged scholarship to correctional centres
A team from the university, led by the College of Education, recently visited the Qalakabusha Correctional Centre to hand over educational resources for use by inmates. Read more
Worcester Public Library signs MoU with Unisa’s Cape Town branch library
The Breede Valley Public Library in Worcester has entered into a partnership with Unisa to provide students in the area and surrounds with access to a range of resources and services. Read more
International recognition for Unisan’s groundbreaking research
The university’s College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences proudly celebrates Prof Zilungile Mkhize-Kwitshana for receiving the Advancement Excellence Award at the 3rd PACRI International Conference for her groundbreaking research on neglected tropical diseases. Read more
Unisa VC: "Women are navigating entrenched resistance to change"
Delivering the keynote address at a high-level Higher Education Resource Services South Africa gathering, Prof Puleng LenkaBula spoke strongly and passionately about the systemic barriers hindering women in their leadership trajectories. Read more
