News & Events

An inspiring Unisa journey to a PhD in consumer science

Soné Corné van Zuydam's passion for food and nutrition resulted in a doctorate in Consumer Science. Read how she overcame several obstacles and embraced online learning in pursuit of her goal. Read more

City of Tshwane becomes a strategic partner in the Unisa Innovation Festival

The City of Tshwane has announced its strategic partnership with the University of South Africa in the 2024 Innovation Festival. This move highlights the value placed by the city in Unisa’s innovation agenda. Read more

Unisa Midlands creates a safer environment

As part of Unisa's smart campus programme, Unisa's Midlands Region recently launched the upgrading of security measures to ensure improved safety for all staff, students and visitors. Read more

Inhlanyelo Hub launches fashion design startup programme

The exciting Bosadi Fashion Design Business Startup Programme integrates fashion design with a business startup focus, and also offers entrepreneurship training and incubation resources to foster business growth. Read more

Unisa’s women student leaders attend leadership conference

The office of Unisa's Dean of Students joined the nation in celebrating Women's Day by hosting an exciting conference for the university's women Student Representative Council members at both national and regional level. Read more

Students in Namibia engage face-to-face with Unisa representatives

Staff from the university's Western Cape Regional Office recently rekindled and reconfirmed long-standing relations between Unisa and its Namibian student and alumni community.Read more

Vilakazi Street: a legacy of Unisa alumni and resilient education

At the forefront of the historical legacy of Vilakazi Street in Soweto are three iconic figures and Unisa alumni whose lives are intertwined with South African history: former President Nelson Mandela, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Dr Benedict Vilakazi. Read more

Flying the Unisa flag at the Office of the KZN Premier

Bongani Gina recently celebrated his Unisa graduation at the Durban Exhibition Centre and is proud to serve as the Head of Provincial Government Communication for KwaZulu-Natal.Read more

A legacy of determination: honouring Ntokozo Debra Dlamini

Unisa pays homage to a dedicated scholar whose dreams were cut short, but whose spirit inspires many. Read more