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Research with impact – moving beyond bean-counting
The global and societal impact of the research conducted by Unisa’s master’s and doctoral students remains limited, noted Prof Tennysson Mgutshini in his welcome address on the first day of Unisa’s Research and Innovation Week. Read more
Exploring resources to mitigate the digital divide in rural areas
The 3rd Annual Rural Education Conference and Exhibition themed "It takes a whole village to raise a child – each one, teach one", focused on digital literacy and e-learning challenges in rural schools, and explored partnerships to mitigate the digital divide. Read more
Unisan in the home straight at the NSTF-South32 Awards
Prof Ndzondelelo Bingwa of the university’s Institute for Catalysis and Energy Solutions has advanced to the finalist stage in the Emerging Researcher category at this year’s NSTF-South32 Awards. Read more
Unisa LIS reflect on successful 2025 external peer review
The 2025 external peer review site visit of Unisa's Library and Information Services (LIS) took place from 5 to 9 May 2025. This strategic quality assurance milestone provided a comprehensive assessment of the alignment of LIS with institutional goals, service performance and readiness for future academic demands. Read more
Entrepreneurs shine during Unisa’s Start-Up Day
During the Unisa Research and Innovation Week, the Directorate of Innovation, Technology Transfer and Commercialisation hosted a Start-Up Day which showcased 12 start-ups who participated in the inaugural Unisa Catalyst Programme. Read more
EC region hosts successful stakeholder engagement
The Unisa Eastern Cape Region hosted a successful stakeholder engagement event attended by high-ranking representatives from royalty, including traditional authorities, the local municipality, the university’s executive management and local businesses, among others. Read more
Major Canadian research university visits Unisa with a view to collaboration
A delegation from Canada’s Carleton University, led by its President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Wisdom Tettey, visited Unisa to explore potential areas of collaboration, expertise sharing, student exchange and mutuality. Read more
Unisa and the Virtual University of Pakistan forge a strategic partnership
Following the signing of a letter of intent, joint activities will be developed by both partners in the areas of teaching and learning, including student support, engaged scholarship, exchange of resources, curriculum development, quality assurance and enhancement, and other programmes deemed beneficial. Read more
Changing student lives through golf
The Unisa Midlands Region Shaping Futures Golf Challenge attracted golfers from the North West and Gauteng provinces to change the lives of Unisa students who need relief from their student debt. Read more
