News & Events
Unisa alumnus’s second doctorate sets aviation safety standards aloft
It was a moment of joy, jubilation, and celebration as Dr Brian Suckling was conferred a doctorate, his second at Unisa, by the university’s College of Law. Read more
FutureMinds Bootcamp set to revolutionise Maths learning through artificial intelligence
In a transformative leap forward for South African education, Unisa, in partnership with the Department of Basic Education, recently launched the FutureMinds Bootcamp, a national initiative placing Mathematics skills development at the centre of a bold, AI-driven learning revolution. Read more
Enhancing graduate employability and industry readiness
Unisa's College of Science, Engineering and Technology's School of Engineering and Built Environment recently held its Work-Integrated Learning Indaba. This event connected students with industry experts to provide valuable insights on today’s competencies in the workforce. Read more
Inhlanyelo Hub inspires future entrepreneurs
The Inhlanyelo Hub recently hosted an inspiring five-day Ide8tion workshop, providing a unique platform to empower aspiring entrepreneurs. Read more
Transforming scientific research into viable market solutions
Inhlanyelo Hub and Unisa are poised to unlock the next wave of deep-tech innovation – African-led, globally connected, and rooted in real-world solutions – through a Fulbright Specialist Project. Read more
Motsepe Foundation extends a helping hand
A donation from the Motsepe Foundation helped passionate Industrial and Organisational Psychology student, Phumudzo Musitha, to continue pursuing her studies at Unisa. Read more
Study finds black men underrepresented in public healthcare facilities
A recent study by Mampete Mookeng found that despite the availability of free public primary health care services in townships, Black men seldom utilise them. Read more
Unisa improves its position in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings
The 2025 results released this week show that the university’s performance regarding the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals rose to 66,3, compared to 65,3 achieved in 2024. Three of the SDGs on which it provided evidence (8 – Decent work and economic growth, 4 – Quality education, and 5 – Gender equality) scored in the top quartile worldwide, while a further four scored in the top half. Read more
Hoping to turn her love of travelling, culture, and the SA countryside into a career
Unisa alumna Prudence Motshweni is passionate about travel, culture and helping people create meaningful experiences. Her love for tourism began with a genuine love for the beautiful countryside and rich heritage of South Africa. Read more
