In an inspiring journey that blends athletic prowess with academic achievement, Kaizer Chiefs legend Ntsie Maphike has graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Unisa. Despite his successes in education and soccer, Maphike remained driven to fulfil a promise he made to his late father: to pursue legal studies.Read more

From 3 to 5 July 2024, Unisa will, for the very first time, host the annual National Postdoctoral Fellowship Forum. This prestigious three-day event will see a gathering of eminent scholarly voices who will discuss alternative approaches towards optimising the postdoctoral research experience at South African research institutions. Read more

Renowned media personality, entrepreneur and two-time Unisa graduate, Luphumlo Ngcayisa, affectionately known as Lupi, shares how Unisa's ODeL model helped him achieve his academic goals while working in various public and private industries. Read more

Assisted by the Directorate of Innovation, Technology Transfer and Commercialisation, Bonginkosi Mabaso has devised a groundbreaking, innovative solution that ensures students can stay connected for their online examinations even when their internet connection drops. Read more

Despite being born with a rare condition causing brittle bones, Delia Bester's disability never hindered her determination to become a teacher. Delia's journey is a testament to resilience and the power of self-belief. Read more

Four students from Unisa’s College of Economic and Management Sciences have been selected to represent the university at the Middle East and Africa Future Leaders competition in Dubai next January. Their innovative project, TROVE, aims to empower women and youth in the tourism sector and has secured them a spot among the top three finalists in the regional competition. Read more

Attesting Unisa's stature as a globally sustainable and competitive university, the 2025 edition of the QS World University Rankings has listed Unisa as one of the top universities in South Africa. The ranking is widely regarded as one of the world's most prominent university rankings evaluating institutions based on factors such as academic reputation and employability, among other ranking criteria. Read more

Thebe Ikalafeng, a true beacon of visionary leadership in the realm of Africa-focused branding and marketing, had the audience on their feet with an inspirational address on being African and reclaiming African culture and identity when he received the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences (Honoris Causa) at the university on 30 May. Read more

Unisa has, for 150 years, made access to education possible for all. Access to education through Unisa continues to be a fundamental tool for development and increased prosperity for many. This is particularly true in the case of Masutane Othilia Sebetha, a 38-year-old wife, mother of three, firstborn and a breadwinner who is the first to graduate in her family.Read more