News & Events
Unisa’s ground-breaking Online Accelerated Postgraduate Support Programme commences fourth cycle
Now in its fourth iteration, this programme from the College of Graduate Studies seeks to accelerate the progress of Unisa’s postgraduate student cohort, by offering them an array of online resources, training and support. Read more
Unisa hosts successful Open Day in Zimbabwe
Unisa recently held an Open Day in Zimbabwe in an effort to expand the university's footprint in Africa. 78-year-old alumnus Godfrey Mutsago attended to share how the university has impacted his community.Read more
Students assisted in dealing with anxiety and depression
The Unisa Regional Student Representative Council in the Greater Johannesburg Region hosted students at a mental health awareness day, also featuring recreational activities. 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
Cheers to 150 years and many more years of impact
Following the university’s 150th birthday celebration, Unisans spoke to eConnect to share their experiences about the day. Read more
Unisa to host prestigious law conference
In collaboration with the South African Bar Association, Unisa will host the annual African Bar Association Conference from 6 to 10 August 2023 under the theme: Building the Legal Profession in Africa Under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement.Read more
Unisa alumnus avows to solve societal challenges
Unisa is a university committed to encouraging and supporting staff and students in developing innovations that solve societal challenges. Alumnus Alan Levy remains true to the university's principles. Read more
Correctional Services inmate obtains LLB with 25 distinctions
Unisa is a university rooted in making education accessible to all. Katlego Tlhabatlhaba, an inmate at Mangaung Correctional Centre, recently obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree at Unisa with 25 distinctions on record time. He is currently studying towards a Bachelor of Commerce in Law. Read more
