‘Forward ever, backward never’ was the central theme of the address by Professor Puleng LenkaBula, Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor, at the university’s vibrant Official Closing of the 2025 Academic Year.Read more

Twenty-five-year-old Robyn Waters recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing, an impressive and inspiring achievement given that she has been blind since birth.Read more

Marking a significant milestone in African academic collaboration, the university recently hosted a joyful graduation ceremony at its Ethiopia Regional Learning Centre in Addis Ababa.Read more

Having overcome numerous obstacles to graduate with a BA in Counselling Psychology, Nhlanhla Khuzwayo has her sights firmly set on a postgraduate qualification. Read more

Held on 18 November, master's and doctoral students rose to the challenge at the 2025 Unisa Research and Innovation Postgraduate Student Showcase Competition, which was aligned with the university's 10 catalytic niche areas. Read more

Ralph Brandt’s path reflects courage, discipline and belief that growth is possible, even in the most difficult times.Read more

Hosted by the Department of Student Affairs, the first Academic Awards Gala Dinner brought together dignitaries and proud nominees from the National and Regional Student Representative Councils to recognise outstanding achievements during 2025.Read more

Held on 08 December 2025, the Unisa Institutional, Research, Teaching, and Engaged Scholarship Excellence Awards celebrated the university's cream of the crop, affirming their excellence in contributing to the university's core business and strategic objectives, as well as their impact on society. Read more

In celebration of Disability Rights Awareness Month, Unisa shares accomplishments of individuals with disabilities, who have made great strides in shaping the disability community through various leadership capacities. Thakhani Masuka is one such servant leader who promotes awareness and the rights of people with visual impairment. Read more