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Monarch embraces vital African languages project launched at Unisa

In a remarkable display of support, His Majesty King Makhosonke Mabena II of the amaNdebele wholeheartedly championed the SWiP Project's unwavering commitment to preserving and advancing isiNdebele and other African languages at the official launch hosted at Unisa. Read more

Former student leader eager to make an impact in the law sphere

Joining the #CircleofExcellence during the #UnisaSpringGraduations season, Shatadi Phoshoko, former National Student Representative Council's Secretary-General, lauds the university as a great and flexible open distance and e-learning institution and encourages its students to do extra-curricular activities and acquire additional skills that can pave the way for a successful career. Read more

"Unisa should be lauded for its prudence in recognising the ability of women to lead" - Deputy Chief Justice Maya

Hailed as one of the women who made groundbreaking strides in championing the country's justice system and empowering women in the judiciary and the broader legal profession, Unisa recently conferred Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya with a Doctor of Philosophy in Law (Honoris Causa). Read more

“I am happy to be associated with this great university”- Chief Justice Zondo

During a thrilling #UnisaSpringGraduations ceremony, the university conferred a Doctor of Laws (LLD) (Honoris Causa) on South African Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo, recognising his unwavering commitment to justice. Accepting the honourary doctorate, Zondo said: “I am happy to be associated with this great university.” Read more

“Unisa has played an integral role shaping my academic journey and future aspirations”

Dr Hannah Njeri Kimani, a dedicated scholar from the College of Human Sciences, has achieved a remarkable milestone by earning a PhD in Information Science. Her ground-breaking research explores the potential of mobile technologies to revolutionise agricultural information access for rural farmers. Read more

Bridging the digital divide at uMhlabuyalingana Local Municipality

Noting the challenges students and the community face due to poor connectivity, Unisa's intervention in the uMhlabuyalingana Local Municipality has highlighted the urgent need to bridge the digital divide and provide equitable access to education for all. Read more

Unisa KZN Region hosts the Accounting and Law Professions Day

The Unisa KwaZulu-Natal Counselling and Career Development Unit is making strides in helping students embark on successful careers in the fields of law and accounting. Students were invited to a platform to broaden their horizons to local and international job opportunities. Read more

Evaluating support framework for students with hearing disability

: Sign Language was recently recognised as the 12th official language in South Africa and endorsed by President Cyril Ramaphosa on 19 July 2023. Dr Tonny Nelson Matjila shares his academic journey in evaluating the existing student support framework in higher education regarding students who are deaf and hard of hearing. Read more

A dynamic approach towards present and future challenges in higher education

Themed Universal Challenges and Dynamism Affecting Higher Education, the first day of Unisa's annual International Festival saw students and staff gathering to discuss challenges and opportunities presented on higher education, artificial intelligence and the BRICS Summit outcomes. Read more