News & Events
Student satisfaction in ODeL examined
A recent webinar hosted by the Department of Leadership and Transformation aimed at assessing the prevailing conceptualisation and understanding of the notion of student satisfaction within the context of the higher-education sector, and specifically in an open distance and e-Learning institution. Read more
Award-winning media personality thanks Unisa for head-start
From Unisa Radio to making a mark in the media industry, Unisa alumna, Masego ‘Chresh’ Tlhakanye, attests that the experience gained at the university’s radio station paved the way for her to become a multi-award-winning radio producer. Read more
New book by Unisa alumna unlocks the secrets to success
While success might mean different things to different people, advocate Liza Tsatsi's book aims to teach people about success and how to achieve it against all odds. Read more
CHE commends Unisa for good practice and significant growth
The Council on Higher Education institutional audit report on Unisa found that the university's plans and contributions as an ODeL institution are ground-breaking and different from other South African public tertiary education institutions. It further commends Unisa for recording significant growth in its core functions and overall good practice.Read more
Adding gold to titanium dental implants to keep patients smiling longer
Ayesha Osman, a Unisa PhD candidate and the 2023 FameLab SA heat winner, is on a research venture to add gold and copper to currently used titanium to form an antibacterial material that can be used for dental implants. Read more
A university that has stood the test of time
At its 150th birthday celebration on 26 June 2023, top echelon leaders in society all lauded Unisa for standing the test of time as an African university in the service of humanity and further noting its unrivalled record of making education accessible for all. Former South African President and Unisa Chancellor, Dr Thabo Mbeki, encouraged the university to continue protecting its identity. Read more
iBig Dayz−Countdown to Unisa's 150th birthday celebration
Monday, 26 June 2023, marks Unisa’s 150th birthday (#Unisa150). Join the festivities in your local campus and regional centres to connect to the main event, which will be held at the Muckleneuk Campus. Read more
College of Accounting Sciences meets rigorous requirements established by the Institute of Internal Auditors
Following its pursuit to keep up with industry best practices, especially for the benefit of its students, Unisa’s College of Accounting Sciences has once again been confirmed to be on the right trajectory following endorsement by the Institute of Internal Auditors. Read more
Exemplary student leader wins estimable writing competition
Enthusiasm to learn more about diplomacy gave Thabiso Mthembu, a Unisa student, the competitive urge to bring his A-game into the DIRCO Essay Writing Contest and, ultimately, come out victorious. Read more
