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Unisa AI innovators lead engaging webinar on AI-infused module design

A task team from the university recently hosted a highly engaging and forward-thinking webinar titled “Demystifying and destigmatising AI in module design and development”.Read more

Unisa students claim victory in EDHE Intervarsity Competition

Unisa students recently claimed top honours at the EDHE Intervarsity Competition, hosted at the university’s Muckleneuk Campus, outshining competitors from institutions like the University of Limpopo and the University of Mpumalanga.Read more

DHET gives thumbs up to construction progress at Unisa's Sunnyside Campus

The Department of Higher Education and Training and the National Treasury recently visited the set-to-be world-class Unisa Centre of Excellence in Disabilities facilities, currently under construction at the university's Sunnyside Campus. The oversight visit was crucial in ensuring that the project progressed smoothly and that the final product would meet the high standards set by the department and the university. Read more

Inhlanyelo Hub expands Drone Divas Programme cohort two in Cape Town

Inhlanyelo Hub's Drone Divas Programme has officially expanded to Cape Town, marking another milestone in breaking barriers for women in the aviation and drone industries. With support from partners like Ntsu Aviation Solutions and Africa Beyond 4IR, the programme aims to nurture the next generation of female drone pilots and entrepreneurs. Read more

Third ODeL Regional Model Symposium set to tackle SDG 4 and Agenda 2063 Goal 3 education matters

Unisa, in partnership with the Namibia College of Open Learning and Botswana Open University, will host the 3rd ODeL Regional Model Symposium, themed Redefining and Reimagining our Futures, from 17 to 19 September 2024. Read more

"Thanks to the Unisa student debt relief fund, I now confidently submit my CV"

Jeffrey Masina, a dedicated Unisa alumnus, achieved his marketing qualification with the help of the Unisa student debt relief fund, overcoming financial barriers that once stood in his way.Read more

Unisa's NSRC to participate at prestigious global leadership programme in Ethiopia

Unisa's National Student Representative Council will join student leaders from five South African universities in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 7 to 15 September 2024, for the Global Student Leadership Exchange Programme. Sponsored by the Department of Higher Education and Training, the programme will foster cross-cultural dialogue on civil rights, activism and leadership in Africa.Read more

Unisa alumnus recognised for excellence in developing jurisprudence

The Junior Chamber International South Africa recently recognised Unisa LLB graduate Celinhlanhla Magubane as one of its Ten Outstanding Young Persons of South Africa. Read more

Student leaders should lead ethically

A recent workshop presented at Unisa’s Rustenburg Hub served to induct student leaders into ethical leadership and to consult on the newly drafted SRC Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy. Read more